Description

3-(Benzylamino)Propanenitrile Hydrochloride is a versatile organic intermediate featuring both a nitrile and a benzyl-protected amine hydrochloride functional group. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other nitrogen-containing compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a propanenitrile backbone with a protected amine.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its structural motif is incorporated into the final active compound.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex molecules used in dyes, pigments, and other specialty organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies, including nucleophilic substitution reactions and nitrile transformations.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing novel ligands or organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Benzylamino)Propanenitrile Hydrochloride
CAS No.	877-97-4
Molecular Formula	C10H13N2·HCl
Molecular Weight	196.68 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Benzylamino)propionitrile hydrochloride; N-Benzyl-3-aminopropionitrile hydrochloride; 3-(Benzylamino)propanenitrile HCl; β-(Benzylamino)propionitrile hydrochloride; 877-97-4; 3-Benzylaminopropionitrile hydrochloride; N-Benzyl-β-alanine nitrile hydrochloride; (3-(Benzylamino)propyl)nitrile hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 3-(Benzylamino)Propanenitrile Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed and protected from humidity. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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