Description

n-Benzylaminoacetaldehyde Diethyl Acetal is a versatile acetal-protected aldehyde derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a masked aldehyde group, offering stability under basic conditions while being readily deprotected to generate reactive aldehyde functionalities. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, particularly for constructing complex molecules, heterocycles, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those containing nitrogen heterocycles or requiring controlled aldehyde introduction.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where specific amino-acetal functionalities are required.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and specialty chemicals that benefit from its protected aldehyde chemistry.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in multi-step synthesis as a stable aldehyde equivalent, enabling reactions that are incompatible with free aldehydes.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful in the preparation of chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer and Material Science: Can be incorporated into polymer backbones or used to modify material surfaces via its reactive sites.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Benzylaminoacetaldehyde Diethyl Acetal
CAS No.	61190-10-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₁NO₂
Molecular Weight	223.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzylaminoacetaldehyde Diethyl Acetal; 2-(Benzylamino)acetaldehyde Diethyl Acetal; N-(2,2-Diethoxyethyl)-1-phenylmethanamine; N-Benzyl-2,2-diethoxyethanamine; 2,2-Diethoxy-N-(phenylmethyl)ethanamine; N-Benzylaminoacetaldehyde Diethyl Acetal; (2,2-Diethoxyethyl)(benzyl)amine
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Quality Control

Our n-Benzylaminoacetaldehyde Diethyl Acetal is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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