Description

n-Ethyl-1-Heptanamine is a versatile aliphatic amine with a branched carbon chain, offering unique chemical reactivity and solubility properties. This compound is valued in industrial synthesis for its role as an intermediate and as a functional additive that modifies surface properties and reaction kinetics. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors for producing surfactants, corrosion inhibitors, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals, such as herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Building block for pharmaceutical active ingredients and fine chemicals.
• Precursor for the manufacture of cationic surfactants and quaternary ammonium compounds.
• Corrosion inhibitor additive in industrial lubricants and fuel formulations.
• Modifier and cross-linking agent in polymer and epoxy resin production.
• Component in gas treatment formulations for acid gas scrubbing.
• Used in research and development for organic synthesis and catalyst preparation.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Ethyl-1-Heptanamine
CAS No.	66793-76-8
Molecular Formula	C9H21N
Molecular Weight	143.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Heptanamine, N-ethyl-; N-Ethylheptylamine; N-Ethyl-1-heptylamine; Heptylamine, N-ethyl-; Ethylheptylamine; N-Ethyl-n-heptylamine; 66793-76-8; Ethyl(heptyl)amine
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Quality Control

Our n-Ethyl-1-Heptanamine is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.780 - 0.790
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.425

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