Description

β-(Diethylamino)Isobutyronitrile is a specialized organic nitrile compound featuring a diethylamino functional group. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials, where its structure enables key transformations. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring amino nitrile motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain transfer agent in the production of specialty polymers and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic addition and cyanoethylation reactions to introduce functionalized side chains.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial labs for developing novel synthetic methodologies and new chemical entities.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain complex organic colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-(Diethylamino)Isobutyronitrile
CAS No.	63145-01-7
Molecular Formula	C9H18N2
Molecular Weight	154.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Diethylamino)isobutyronitrile; Diethylaminoisobutyronitrile; 2-(Diethylamino)-2-methylpropionitrile; 2-Methyl-2-(diethylamino)propanenitrile; (2-Methyl-2-(diethylamino)ethyl) cyanide; β-(Diethylamino)isobutyronitrile; Isobutyronitrile, β-(diethylamino)-; UNII-8VZY8L5I5P
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Quality Control

Our β-(Diethylamino)Isobutyronitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global clientele. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your internal specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, strong bases, and strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.435 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	0.86 - 0.90 g/mL

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