Description

2-Ethyl-n-(2-Ethylbutyl)-1-Butanamine is a branched-chain aliphatic amine with the CAS number 54774-85-5. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its unique steric and electronic properties derived from its multi-branched alkyl structure. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the agrochemical, polymer, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors seeking to develop products with enhanced performance characteristics.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediates: Key building block in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Additives: Acts as a catalyst component, chain transfer agent, or stabilizer in the production of polyurethanes, epoxies, and other specialty polymers.
• Corrosion Inhibitors: Used in formulations for fuel and lubricant additives to protect metal surfaces in industrial applications.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Synthesis: Serves as a hydrophobic precursor for creating non-ionic surfactants with specific solubility profiles.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific amine functionalities.
• Metal Extraction & Chelation: Utilized in solvent extraction processes for the purification and recovery of valuable metals in hydrometallurgy.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethyl-n-(2-Ethylbutyl)-1-Butanamine
CAS No.	54774-85-5
Molecular Formula	C12H27N
Molecular Weight	185.35 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2-Ethylbutyl)-2-ethyl-1-butanamine; 2-Ethyl-N-(2-ethylbutyl)butan-1-amine; 1-Butanamine, 2-ethyl-N-(2-ethylbutyl)-; Di(2-ethylbutyl)amine; Bis(2-ethylbutyl)amine; N,N-Di(2-ethylbutyl)amine; 2-Ethyl-N-(2-ethylbutyl)butanamine
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Ethyl-n-(2-Ethylbutyl)-1-Butanamine adheres to a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications using advanced analytical techniques such as GC, GC-MS, and NMR. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and key physical parameters are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

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)	~0.80 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	~1.430

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