Description

Dimethylamine Hydrobromide is a versatile organic salt formed from dimethylamine and hydrobromic acid. This compound is valued for its role as a key reagent and intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, offering reliable reactivity and purity. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring quaternary ammonium or brominated functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the dimethylammonium moiety is required.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a source of the dimethylamino group or as a brominating agent in various alkylation and quaternization reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.
• Catalyst and Ligand Precursor: Can be used to prepare catalysts or ligands for coordination chemistry and polymerization processes.
• Surface Active Agent Production: Acts as an intermediate in the manufacture of certain cationic surfactants and fabric softeners.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethylamine Hydrobromide
CAS No.	6912-12-5
Molecular Formula	C₂H₈BrN
Molecular Weight	126.00 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethylammonium Bromide; N,N-Dimethylamine Hydrobromide; DMA-HBr; (CH₃)₂NH·HBr; Hydrobromic Acid Dimethylamine Salt; Dimethylamine, Hydrobromide; N-Methylmethanamine Hydrobromide
EINECS	230-021-5

Quality Control

Our Dimethylamine Hydrobromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	168°C - 172°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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