Description

3-Methylcyclobutanamine Hydrochloride is a versatile organic salt with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block for the development of novel pharmaceuticals and complex organic molecules, offering a unique structural motif. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce the constrained cyclobutane ring system into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) drugs and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that leverage the cyclobutane structure for enhanced biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and production of advanced polymers and functional materials with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylcyclobutanamine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	89381-07-7
Molecular Formula	C5H12ClN
Molecular Weight	121.61 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylcyclobutan-1-amine hydrochloride; 1-Amino-3-methylcyclobutane hydrochloride; 3-Methylcyclobutylamine hydrochloride; (3-Methylcyclobutyl)amine hydrochloride; Cyclobutanamine, 3-methyl-, hydrochloride; 3-MCBA HCl
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methylcyclobutanamine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

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

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