Description

Isobutylamine Hydrochloride is the hydrochloride salt of isobutylamine, a valuable organic building block and intermediate. This compound is crucial for introducing the isobutylamino functional group into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of a wide range of specialty chemicals. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for applications requiring precise amine chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring branched alkylamine moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories and pilot plants for alkylation reactions, amide formation, and as a precursor to other functionalized amines.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Serves as a component in specialty chemical formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial processes.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or curing agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and epoxy hardeners.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in proteomics and biochemistry for peptide modification and as a reagent in various analytical methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isobutylamine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	5041-09-8
Molecular Formula	C4H12ClN
Molecular Weight	109.60 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylpropylamine hydrochloride; Isobutylammonium chloride; 1-Amino-2-methylpropane hydrochloride; (2-Methylpropyl)amine hydrochloride; Mono-isobutylamine hydrochloride; IBACH; Isobutylamine HCl; 2-Methyl-1-propanamine hydrochloride
EINECS	225-722-5

Quality Control

Our Isobutylamine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. Key parameters including assay, identity, and impurity profiles are verified. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is available for every shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent degradation and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	165°C - 175°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.