Description

4-Amino-2-Methyl-3-Hexanol is a versatile amino alcohol building block with a chiral center, offering significant value in asymmetric synthesis. Its structure makes it a critical intermediate for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty fine chemicals. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors seeking to introduce specific stereochemistry and functional groups into complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of various APIs, particularly those requiring specific stereochemical configurations.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its amino alcohol functionality is leveraged.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis, such as in hydrogenation or oxidation reactions.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, including polyurethanes and epoxy resins.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Utilized in the development of high-performance corrosion inhibitors for industrial cooling and process water systems.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for academic and industrial R&D in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Amino-2-Methyl-3-Hexanol
CAS No.	63765-80-0
Molecular Formula	C7H17NO
Molecular Weight	131.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hexanol, 4-amino-2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-4-amino-3-hexanol; 4-Amino-2-methylhexan-3-ol; (±)-4-Amino-2-methyl-3-hexanol; DL-4-Amino-2-methyl-3-hexanol; Amino methyl hexanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Amino-2-Methyl-3-Hexanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, enantiomeric excess (where applicable), and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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