Description

N,n-Dimethyl-4-(Methylseleno)-1-Butanamine is a specialized organoselenium compound featuring a tertiary amine and a methylseleno functional group. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing novel materials and bioactive molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists working in fine chemical synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting selenoprotein pathways or requiring selenium incorporation.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new fungicides, insecticides, or plant growth regulators that leverage selenium's biological activity.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a selenium donor or a functionalized amine precursor in complex organic transformations and catalysis.
• Material Science: Potential precursor for creating selenium-containing polymers, ligands for metal complexes, or advanced functional materials.
• Biochemical Research: Tool compound for studying selenium metabolism and the role of seleno-organic molecules in biological systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,n-Dimethyl-4-(Methylseleno)-1-Butanamine
CAS No.	55021-85-7
Molecular Formula	C7H17NSe
Molecular Weight	194.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Methylseleno)-N,N-dimethylbutan-1-amine; 1-Butanamine, N,N-dimethyl-4-(methylseleno)-; N,N-Dimethyl-4-(methylselanyl)butan-1-amine; (4-(Methylseleno)butyl)dimethylamine; Methyl(4-(dimethylamino)butyl) selenide; Selenium-containing tertiary amine; DMSeBA (abbreviation).
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Quality Control

Our production of N,n-Dimethyl-4-(Methylseleno)-1-Butanamine adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and GC-MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to the selenium moiety and light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light or air should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC / GC)	≥ 95% (Research Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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