Description

2-Amino-1-Butanol is a versatile amino alcohol with a primary amine and a hydroxyl group, offering bifunctional reactivity. This compound is a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. It is essential for industries requiring high-purity intermediates for complex organic synthesis, including pharmaceutical manufacturing, corrosion inhibitor formulation, and polymer production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical intermediate for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and chiral drugs.
• Corrosion inhibitor component in metalworking fluids and industrial water treatment formulations.
• Precursor for the synthesis of surfactants and emulsifiers used in personal care and industrial cleaning products.
• Building block for polymer modification and the production of polyurethane catalysts.
• Intermediate in agrochemical synthesis for crop protection agents.
• Chiral resolving agent in the separation of enantiomers.
• Gas treating agent for the removal of acidic components like CO₂ and H₂S.
• Chemical intermediate for the production of dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-1-Butanol
CAS No.	96-20-8
Molecular Formula	C₄H₁₁NO
Molecular Weight	89.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butanol, 2-amino-; 2-Aminobutanol; DL-2-Amino-1-butanol; (±)-2-Amino-1-butanol; 2-Amino-n-butanol; Butanol-2-amine; 2-Butanolamine; NSC 9375; 2-Hydroxy-1-butylamine; α-Aminobutyl alcohol
EINECS	202-488-2

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-1-Butanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the required chemical and physical specifications. A 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, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and carbon dioxide.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.940 - 0.960
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.455

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