Description

Iso-Hexylamine is a versatile aliphatic amine with a branched-chain structure, offering distinct reactivity and solubility advantages over its linear counterparts. This compound is a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, where its primary amine functionality and steric profile are critical for performance. It serves key roles in the production of agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and corrosion inhibitors, meeting the demands of industries that require high-purity, reliable chemical building blocks.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: An effective component in formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial and oilfield applications.
• Rubber & Polymer Additives: Acts as a catalyst or chain modifier in the production of synthetic rubbers and specialty polymers.
• Surfactant & Quaternary Ammonium Salt Production: Serves as a raw material for manufacturing cationic surfactants and biocides.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a reagent in organic synthesis and material science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iso-Hexylamine
CAS No.	5344-20-7
Molecular Formula	C6H15N
Molecular Weight	101.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylpentylamine; 4-Methyl-1-pentanamine; 1-Amino-4-methylpentane; (4-Methylpentyl)amine; Isohexylamine; iso-C6H13NH2; 4-Methylpentan-1-amine
EINECS	226-291-9

Quality Control

Our iso-Hexylamine is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific test results is available for every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile and strong alkali/organic solvent nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent evaporation and moisture ingress. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.75 - 0.78
Boiling Point	~ 125 - 130 °C

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