Amines, High-Purity Solvents

Methylamine

Methylamine (74-89-5) Solution, 33%

This clear, colorless liquid product is an aqueous solution containing 33% Methylamine (74-89-5), specifically formulated for laboratory and manufacturing applications. Characterized by its pungent, amine-like odor and strong alkaline nature with a pH of 14, it is highly miscible in water. With a boiling point of 90°C and a density of 0.94 g/mL, this solution is a versatile chemical intermediate. Users should be aware of its corrosive properties and ensure proper handling due to its reactive composition.

Attributes

Key Features and Benefits

Serves as a fundamental building block in organic synthesis.
Crucial intermediate for pharmaceutical and agrochemical production.
Essential in the manufacturing of dyes, solvents, and surfactants.
Key component for producing rubber chemicals, photography chemicals, and explosives.
Functions effectively as a strong organic base in various reactions.
Offers high versatility due to its miscibility with water and ethanol.
Available in different concentrations to suit diverse industrial applications.
Maintains consistent quality for critical chemical processes.

Specifications

Technical Highlights

Chemical Name: Methylamine
Formula: CH₃NH₂
Molecular Weight: 31.06 g/mol
Appearance: Colorless liquid
Purity (by GC): 40.0 – 41.0%
Water Content: 59.0 – 60.0%
Freezing Point: -40 °C
Boiling Point (40% solution): 56-58 °C
Specific Gravity (20°C): 0.900 – 0.910
pH (1% solution): 11.5 – 12.5

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Practical industry uses

Applications

Agrochemicals: Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various pesticides, including insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides, enhancing crop protection.
Pharmaceuticals: Essential building block for synthesizing numerous pharmaceutical compounds, including active ingredients for various drugs and therapeutic agents.
Rubber Processing: Acts as an accelerator in the vulcanization of rubber, improving the properties and durability of rubber products.
Dyes and Pigments: Utilized as a reactive intermediate in the production of a range of dyes and pigments, contributing to color formulation in various industries.
Surfactants and Soaps: Employed in the manufacture of certain surfactants and specialized soaps, aiding in cleaning and emulsifying applications.
Solvents and Extractants: Serves as a specialty solvent for particular organic compounds and as an extractant in specific industrial processes due to its polar nature.