Description

n-Methyloctan-2-Amine is a versatile aliphatic amine with a branched carbon chain structure. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in organic synthesis, prized for its strong basicity and solubility in organic media. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring a lipophilic amine functional group, such as catalyst synthesis, corrosion inhibition, and the production of surfactants or quaternary ammonium compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates requiring lipophilic amine moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as an effective component in formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial processes.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Employed in the creation of specialized catalysts and ligands for organic transformations and polymerization reactions.
• Surfactant and Quaternary Ammonium Salt Production: A precursor for manufacturing cationic surfactants and biocides used in personal care and industrial cleaning products.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and material science applications in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Methyloctan-2-Amine
CAS No.	5452-72-2
Molecular Formula	C9H21N
Molecular Weight	143.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Octanamine, N-methyl-; N-Methyl-2-octylamine; 1-Methylheptylamine; 2-(Methylamino)octane; N-Methyloctyl-2-amine; Heptylmethylamine; N-Methyl-1-methylheptylamine
EINECS	226-692-8

Quality Control

Our n-Methyloctan-2-Amine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical properties. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for critical industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	~0.78 g/mL
Boiling Point	~190-195 °C
Refractive Index (n20/D)	~1.425

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