Description

N,2-Dimethyl-2-Hexanamine is a branched-chain aliphatic amine with the CAS number 63690-12-0. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its sterically hindered amine functionality. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sterically hindered amine motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure imparts specific biological activity or stability.
• Catalyst & Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of nitrogen-containing ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Employed as a component in specialty formulations for industrial corrosion protection, especially in acidic environments.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier in the production of polyamides, epoxy curing agents, and other specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in various alkylation and amination reactions to introduce the dimethylhexylamine group into target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,2-Dimethyl-2-Hexanamine
CAS No.	63690-12-0
Molecular Formula	C8H19N
Molecular Weight	129.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hexanamine, N,2-dimethyl-; N,2-Dimethylhexan-2-amine; 2-(Dimethylamino)-2-methylpentane; 1,1-Dimethylpentylamine; tert-Hexylamine, N,N-dimethyl-; DMHA (in specific contexts); 2-Methyl-2-(dimethylamino)pentane; N,N-Dimethyl-2-methylpentylamine
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Quality Control

Our N,2-Dimethyl-2-Hexanamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or HPLC, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling to ensure it meets the required specifications for your application. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The product is a strong base/organic solvent; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Density (20°C)	~0.78 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	~1.420

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