Description

Benzamide, n-(4-Aminobutyl)-3,4-Dihydroxy- (9Ci) is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzamide core substituted with a 3,4-dihydroxy (catechol) moiety and a 4-aminobutyl chain. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists working in medicinal chemistry and advanced material science. The compound is supplied with a high level of purity to ensure consistent performance in sensitive synthetic applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or cardiovascular pathways due to the catechol and amine functionalities.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a precursor or reference standard in studies involving enzyme inhibition, receptor binding assays, and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate for creating complex organic molecules, dyes, and functional polymers.
• Ligand and Chelator Development: The catechol group acts as an effective metal-chelating unit, useful in developing ligands for catalysis or metal sequestration.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for methodological development and exploratory organic synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzamide, n-(4-Aminobutyl)-3,4-Dihydroxy- (9Ci)
CAS No.	736117-91-2
Molecular Formula	C11H16N2O3
Molecular Weight	224.26 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(4-Aminobutyl)-3,4-dihydroxybenzamide; 3,4-Dihydroxy-N-(4-aminobutyl)benzamide; 4-Amino-N-(3,4-dihydroxybenzoyl)butan-1-amine; Benzamide, N-(4-aminobutyl)-3,4-dihydroxy-; (9CI)
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Quality Control

Every batch of Benzamide, n-(4-Aminobutyl)-3,4-Dihydroxy- (9Ci) is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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