Description

4-(Dimethylamino)Butanoic Acid is a versatile organic compound featuring both a carboxylic acid and a tertiary amine functional group, making it a valuable intermediate for chemical synthesis. This bifunctional nature allows it to act as a building block for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials. It is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential candidates for neurological and cardiovascular therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive amine and acid groups.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a precursor for the preparation of betaine derivatives, surfactants, and other specialty chemicals.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in research laboratories as a substrate or intermediate for studying enzymatic reactions and metabolic pathways.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional amine groups into polymer chains, modifying properties like solubility and adhesion.
• Complex Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for creating chelating agents and ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Dimethylamino)Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	693-11-8
Molecular Formula	C6H13NO2
Molecular Weight	131.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Dimethylamino)butyric acid; γ-(Dimethylamino)butyric acid; DMABA; 4-Dimethylaminobutyric acid; 3-Carboxypropyl dimethylamine; γ-(Dimethylamino)butanoic acid; N,N-Dimethyl-γ-aminobutyric acid; 693-11-8
EINECS	211-745-9

Quality Control

Our 4-(Dimethylamino)Butanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of moisture from the air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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