Description

N,n-Diisopropylethylamine (CAS NO 7087-68-5) is a highly versatile tertiary amine valued for its strong basicity and excellent solubility in organic solvents. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a non-nucleophilic base and a crucial reagent in complex organic synthesis, particularly for acid scavenging and deprotonation reactions. This compound is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: A key reagent in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in peptide coupling and as a base in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used as an intermediate and catalyst in the synthesis of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a catalyst and chain transfer agent in the production of polyurethanes and other specialty polymers.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed as a base in acylation, alkylation, and condensation reactions where a strong, sterically hindered amine is required.
• Laboratory Research: A staple non-nucleophilic base in research-scale organic synthesis for deprotonation and as a proton sponge.
• Electrolyte Formulation: Used as an additive in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to improve stability and performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,n-Diisopropylethylamine
CAS No.	7087-68-5
Molecular Formula	C8H19N
Molecular Weight	129.24 g/mol
Synonyms	DIPEA; Hünig's Base; N-Ethyl-N-isopropylpropan-2-amine; N-Ethyl-diisopropylamine; Diisopropylethylamine; N,N-Diisopropylethylamine; N-Ethyl-N-(propan-2-yl)propan-2-amine; N,N-Diisopropyl-N-ethylamine
EINECS	230-392-0

Quality Control

Our N,n-Diisopropylethylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and moisture ingress. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.412 - 1.414
Density (20°C)	0.742 - 0.748 g/mL
Boiling Point	127°C

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