Butylamine

Butylamine (n-Butylamine) is a primary aliphatic amine widely used as an intermediate in organic synthesis. Known for its balanced reactivity, solubility profile, and broad compatibility with industrial chemical reactions, it is a versatile building blockacross multiple sectors including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, rubber additives, and corrosion inhibitor formulations.

Basic Information of Butylamine

CAS No.:	109-73-9
EC No.:	203-699-2
Linear Formula:	C4H11N
Molecular Weight:	73.14
Appearance:	Colorless to slightly yellow liquid
Odor:	Sharp amine-like odor
Melting Point:	−49 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point:	~77–79°C
Density:	~0.74 g/cm³
Solubility:	Miscible with organic solvents; limited solubility in water
Flash Point:	30 °F
RIDADR:	UN 1125 3/PG 2
Chemical Structure:

Application Overview

Butylamine is valued for its ability to participate in alkylation, acylation, condensation, and neutralization reactions. It plays an essential role in the manufacturing of intermediates, performance additives, and functional materials. Its key application areas include:

• Pharmaceuticals: Used in API synthesis, amide formation, protective-group chemistry, and producing specialty amine derivatives.

• Agrochemicals: Intermediate for herbicides, insecticides, and fungicide precursors requiring primary amine structures.

• Rubber and Polymer Additives: Plays a role in manufacturing vulcanization accelerators, anti-degradants, and performance modifiers.

• Corrosion Inhibitors: Integrated into formulations for metal protection in industrial coolant, oilfield, and refinery systems.

• Surfactants and Functional Chemicals: Base component in synthesizing cationic surfactants, flotation agents, and specialty cleaning chemicals.

• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Facilitates production of amides, imines, ureas, and various fine chemical intermediates.

• Resins, Coatings & Materials: Utilized in modifying polymer structures, enhancing resin curing profiles, and producing tailored functional materials.

• Consistency Through Precision Manufacturing: Our controlled reaction systems and purification technologies ensure uniform product quality across every batch.

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