Description

(Dibutylamino)Methanol is a versatile tertiary amino alcohol intermediate with significant utility in organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, containing both a basic amine and a reactive hydroxyl group, makes it a valuable building block for the production of specialty chemicals. This compound is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking to introduce the dibutylamino moiety into target molecules. Its CAS number is 67953-77-9.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring tertiary amine functionalities for solubility or biological activity modulation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for manufacturing herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Additive Precursor: Employed in the production of light stabilizers, antioxidants, and curing agents for epoxy resins and polyurethanes.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as an intermediate for creating high-performance corrosion inhibitors used in industrial cooling water systems and metalworking fluids.
• Surfactant and Emulsifier Production: Utilized in the synthesis of cationic and amphoteric surfactants for personal care and industrial cleaning applications.
• Catalyst and Ligand Synthesis: Functions as a building block for creating complex ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and organometallic chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(Dibutylamino)Methanol
CAS No.	67953-77-9
Molecular Formula	C9H21NO
Molecular Weight	159.27 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N-Dibutylaminomethanol; Dibutylaminomethanol; Methanol, (dibutylamino)-; N,N-Dibutylmethanolamine; 1-(Dibutylamino)methanol; DBAM
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Quality Control

Our (Dibutylamino)Methanol is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or HPLC, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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