Description

α-Methyl-4-Nitro-Benzenepropanamine is a specialized aromatic amine derivative characterized by its nitro-substituted phenyl ring and propanamine backbone. This compound serves as a crucial advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API intermediate) and a versatile building block in fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily required by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or cardiovascular pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the production of complex azo dyes and nitro-aromatic colorants.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Methyl-4-Nitro-Benzenepropanamine
CAS No.	99721-51-4
Molecular Formula	C10H14N2O2
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-Nitrophenyl)-2-methylpropan-1-amine; 4-Nitro-α-methylbenzenepropanamine; Benzenepropanamine, α-methyl-4-nitro-; 2-Methyl-1-(4-nitrophenyl)propan-1-amine; (RS)-1-(4-Nitrophenyl)-2-methylpropylamine; α-Methyl-4-nitrobenzenepropanamine; 4-Nitro-α-methylphenethylamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our α-Methyl-4-Nitro-Benzenepropanamine is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced intermediate applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical-grade material upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to the nitro-aromatic and amine functional groups, it should be stored separately from strong oxidizing agents and strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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