Description

Diphenylmethanimine Hydrochloride is a versatile organic salt widely used as a key intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a protected form of an aldehyde, enabling controlled reactions in complex organic transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing imine or amine functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a protected aldehyde equivalent in multi-step synthesis, including Grignard reactions and nucleophilic additions.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the creation of specialty polymers and resins, where it can function as a cross-linking agent or monomer precursor.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological development and novel compound discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diphenylmethanimine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	5319-67-5
Molecular Formula	C13H12ClN
Molecular Weight	217.69 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzophenone Imine Hydrochloride; N-(Diphenylmethylene)methanamine Hydrochloride; Diphenylmethylenimine Hydrochloride; Benzophenonimine Hydrochloride; (Diphenylmethylene)amine Hydrochloride; 1,1-Diphenylmethanimine Hydrochloride; α,α-Diphenylmethanimine Hydrochloride
EINECS	226-159-8

Quality Control

Our Diphenylmethanimine Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and conformance to agreed specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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