Amines
REACH
Benzylamine
CAS Number
100-46-9
EC Number
202-854-1
Abbreviation
BZA
What is Benzylamine?
Benzylamine (CAS 100-46-9), also known as BZA, is a primary aromatic amine used as a reactive building block and functional intermediate in chemical manufacturing.
Where is Benzylamine used?
- Polymer and rubber processing: crosslinking agent and curing accelerator influencing mechanical properties and durability
- Antioxidant formulations: stabilizer packages protecting polymers from oxidative degradation
- Flavor synthesis: precursor for nitrogen-containing aroma compounds
- Pharmaceutical and agrochemical production: intermediate for actives
- It serves as a curing agent, stabilizer, and flavoring precursor depending on the formulation.
Commercial specifications
- Purity levels range from 98% to 99%+ depending on application and manufacturing requirements.
- Packaging options generally include drums and IBC containers for bulk procurement.
Other Names (Synonyms)
omega-aminotoluene|N-benzylamine|moringine|alpha-aminotoluene|a-aminotoluene|2bza|1-phenylmethanamine|(phenylmethyl)amine|BZA
What are the physical properties of Benzylamine?
Melting Point 10 °C
Boiling Point 185 °C
Density 0.983 g/cm³ @ Temp: 19 °C
Flash Point 140 °F
Appearance colourless liquid with an ammoniacal odour
Color Clear colorless to slightly yellow
Odor Strong ammonia.
Form Liquid
Water Solubility soluble
Vapor Pressure 1.2 hPa (20 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.543(lit.)
pH 11.4 (100g/l, H2O, 20℃)
Log P 1 at 25℃
How is Benzylamine classified and handled safely? Learn More
Danger
GHS05· Corrosive GHS07· Irritant GHS02· Flammable
Hazard Statements
H226 Flammable liquid and vapor
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H312 Harmful in contact with skin
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318 Causes serious eye damage
Precautionary Statements
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
P241 Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/…] equipment.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Benzylamine?
HS Code 29214900
UN Number 2735
ADR Class 8
Packing Group II
Storage Class 8A - Combustible corrosive hazardous materials
WGK (Germany) 1