Description

Propanamide, n-[(2-Methylphenyl)Methyl]- is a specialized organic amide derivative, identified by CAS NO 640295-15-4, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring a benzyl group substituted with a methyl moiety, makes it a critical building block in advanced synthetic pathways. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

This chemical intermediate enables a range of sophisticated synthesis applications:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules, particularly those requiring a substituted benzylamine framework.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating novel ligands used in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propanamide, n-[(2-Methylphenyl)Methyl]-
CAS No.	640295-15-4
Molecular Formula	C11H15NO
Molecular Weight	177.24 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2-Methylbenzyl)propanamide; N-[(2-Methylphenyl)methyl]propanamide; Propanamide, N-[(2-methylphenyl)methyl]-; 2-Methylbenzylpropanamide; N-(2-Methylbenzyl)propionamide; α-Methylbenzylpropionamide; 640295-15-4
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Quality Control

Our Propanamide, n-[(2-Methylphenyl)Methyl]- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by HPLC), related substances, and residual solvents are available for every shipment 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 controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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