Description

2,4-Dimethylbenzylamine is a versatile aromatic amine derivative with a CAS number of 94-98-4, serving as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a reactive primary amine and a substituted benzyl group, makes it an invaluable intermediate for creating high-value specialty chemicals. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzylamine moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a curing agent, chain extender, or cross-linking agent in epoxy resins, polyurethanes, and other specialty polymers to enhance mechanical and thermal properties.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into formulations for metalworking fluids and industrial coatings to provide protective properties.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Catalyst & Ligand Preparation: Utilized in the development of chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Surfactant & Quaternary Ammonium Compound Production: A starting material for synthesizing cationic surfactants and biocides.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dimethylbenzylamine
CAS No.	94-98-4
Molecular Formula	C9H13N
Molecular Weight	135.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dimethylbenzenemethanamine; (2,4-Dimethylphenyl)methanamine; 2,4-Dimethylbenzyl amine; 2,4-Xylylamine; Benzenemethanamine, 2,4-dimethyl-; α-Amino-2,4-dimethyltoluene; 2,4-DMBA
EINECS	202-380-9

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethylbenzylamine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise purity and composition specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your internal standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area 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. Keep away from strong oxidizers and acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Report and comply
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.950 - 0.980
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.530 - 1.540

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