Description

n-(2-Aminoethyl)-2-Methylpropanamide is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both a primary amine and an amide group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical sectors. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers for applications requiring a short-chain linker with reactive amine functionality. The compound is commercially available under CAS number 53673-16-8.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring an ethylenediamine-like spacer.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Used as a curing agent, cross-linking agent, or chain extender in epoxy, polyurethane, and polyamide resin systems to enhance mechanical properties.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: Serves as a starting material for formulating high-performance corrosion inhibitors used in industrial water treatment and oilfield applications.
• Surfactant & Detergent Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate for producing cationic and amphoteric surfactants with enhanced conditioning and emulsifying properties.
• Chelating Agent Production: Utilized in the manufacture of ligands and chelating agents for metal ion sequestration in various industrial processes.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Employed in biochemical research and diagnostic reagent development for creating protein conjugates and labeled probes.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(2-Aminoethyl)-2-Methylpropanamide
CAS No.	53673-16-8
Molecular Formula	C6H14N2O
Molecular Weight	130.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-N-(2-aminoethyl)propanamide; Isobutyramidoethylamine; N-(2-Aminoethyl)isobutyramide; 1-Amino-2-(isobutyrylamino)ethane; 2-(2-Aminoethylamino)-2-methylpropanamide; Aminoethylisobutyramide; AIBA (abbreviation); β-Aminoethylisobutyramide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is verified through multiple analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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