Heptylamine

Basic Information of 1-Aminoheptane

CAS No.:	111-68-2
EC No.:	203-895-8
Linear Formula:	C7H17N
Molecular Weight:	115.22
Appearance:	Clear colorless to slightly yellow liquid
Odor:	Strong, fishy, or ammonia-like.
Melting Point:	-23 °C
Boiling Point:	154-156 °C(lit.)
Density:	0.777 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Solubility:	Soluble in water 6791 mg/L @ 25°C.
Flash Point:	95 °F
RIDADR:	UN 2735 3/PG 3
Chemical Structure:

Key Characteristics

• High-purity primary alkylamine suitable for various synthesis pathways

• Strong nucleophilicity ideal for acylation, alkylation, and amide formation

• Hydrophobic chain structure enhances performance in surfactant applications

• Low impurity levels for sensitive chemical and formulation uses

• Stable handling properties with excellent solubility in organic solvents

Application Overview

Heptylamine is a versatile industrial amine used across numerous sectors due to its reactivity and chain-length properties. Major application areas include:

1. Surfactants & Functional Additives

• Intermediate for amine-based and amide-based surfactants

• Used in emulsifiers, dispersing agents, and wetting agents

• Precursor for specialty quaternary ammonium compounds

2. Corrosion Inhibitors & Oilfield Chemicals

• Key building block for inhibitor formulations used in pipelines and processing equipment

• Applied in oilfield chemical blends including film-forming agents

• Suitable for multiphase corrosion-protection systems

3. Organic Synthesis

• Participates in amide, urea, and imine formation

• Useful for creating alkylated and nitrogen-functionalized intermediates

• Widely applied in fine chemical and custom synthesis projects

4. Polymer & Resin Modification

• Raw material for polymer modifiers and chain extenders

• Used in functional additives for coatings and adhesives

• Enhances resin performance in specific curing systems

5. Specialty Chemical Manufacturing

• Intermediate for textile softeners and antistatic agents

• Applied in specialty lubricants and industrial protective formulations

• Used in surface treatment chemicals and performance additives

6. R&D & Custom Applications

• Useful in developing new alkyl amine derivatives

• Applied in exploratory synthesis and formulation trials

• Suitable for method development in academic and industrial research settings

• Process-Controlled Quality: Our modern manufacturing systems maintain tight control over purity, moisture, and residuals for consistent results.

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