Isopropylamine

Basic Information of Isopropylamine

CAS No.:	75-31-0
EC No.:	200-860-9
Linear Formula:	(CH₃)₂CHNH₂
Molecular Weight:	59.11
Appearance:	Transparent Liquid
Odor:	Strong, ammoniacal, fishy odor.
Melting Point:	-101 °C
Boiling point:	33-34 °C (lit.)
Density:	0.688 g/mL at 20 °C (lit.)
Solubility:	Highly soluble in water; miscible with most organic solvents like ethanol, ether, and benzene.
Flash point:	−26 °F
Nature:	Highly flammable liquid and vapor, corrosive, alkaline.
RIDADR:	UN 1221 3/PG 1
Chemical Structure:

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Primary Applications of Isopropylamine (IPA)

Isopropylamine's reactivity as a primary amine, particularly its ability to participate in various organic reactions, makes it an incredibly versatile chemical with applications spanning numerous industries:

1. Agrochemical Manufacturing:

   IPA is a critical intermediate in the production of various agrochemicals, especially herbicides (e.g., glyphosate salts) and fungicides. It helps create effective and selective crop protection agents.

2. Pharmaceutical Synthesis:

   It is widely used in the synthesis of numerous active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including antihistamines, local anesthetics, and other complex drug molecules. Its amino group readily participates in alkylation, acylation, and condensation reactions.

3. Rubber Chemicals:

   IPA serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of rubber vulcanization accelerators and antioxidants, which are vital for improving the processing, strength, and durability of rubber products like tires.

4. Water Treatment:

   Due to its alkaline nature and ability to chelate certain metal ions, Isopropylamine is used as a corrosion inhibitor in boiler water treatment and in some cooling systems.

5. Surfactants & Personal Care:

   It is employed in the production of specialty surfactants and emulsifiers used in detergents, personal care products, and industrial cleaning formulations.

6. Dyes and Pigments:

   In some cases, IPA is utilized in the synthesis of specific types of dyes and pigments, contributing to color characteristics or enhancing material interactions.

7. Solvent & Neutralizing Agent:

   While highly volatile, it can be used as a specialty solvent or as a neutralizing agent in certain industrial processes due to its basicity.

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Hazards Classification

• GHS Classification: Flammable Liquid (GHS02), Acute Toxicity, Oral (GHS06), Acute Toxicity, Inhalation (GHS06), Skin Corrosion (GHS05), Serious Eye Damage (GHS05)

• Hazard Statements: Highly flammable liquid and vapor; toxic if swallowed; toxic if inhaled; causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

• UN Number: UN 1221

• Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquids), 8 (Corrosive substances)

• Packing Group: I