Description

cis-(1R,2S)-2-Methylcyclopropanamine Hydrochloride is a high-purity chiral building block and pharmaceutical intermediate of significant synthetic value. Its constrained cyclopropane ring and defined stereochemistry make it a crucial precursor for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to incorporate stereochemically defined cyclopropylamine motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of protease inhibitors, antiviral agents, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Precursor for chiral ligands used in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic compounds requiring the cis-(1R,2S) stereochemistry.
• Academic & R&D: Serves as a standard or starting material in methodological chemistry research and drug discovery programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-(1R,2S)-2-Methylcyclopropanamine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	97311-87-0
Molecular Formula	C4H9N·HCl
Molecular Weight	107.58 g/mol (Free base: 71.12 g/mol)
Synonyms	(1R,2S)-2-Methylcyclopropanamine Hydrochloride; (1R,2S)-2-Methylcyclopropylamine HCl; cis-2-Methylcyclopropanamine Hydrochloride; (1R,2S)-rel-2-Methylcyclopropanamine Hydrochloride; Aminocyclopropane derivative; Cyclopropylamine, 2-methyl-, hydrochloride, (1R,2S)-
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Quality Control

Our cis-(1R,2S)-2-Methylcyclopropanamine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥99.0% ee (cis-(1R,2S))
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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