Ethylpropylamine
Description
Ethylpropylamine (CAS 20193-20-8) is a secondary aliphatic amine used as a reactive intermediate and process chemical across pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer manufacturing sectors.
It functions as a building block for synthesizing active compounds, a pH modifier in reaction systems, and an initiator in select polymerization processes for industrial applications.
In pharmaceutical manufacturing, it serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients where a secondary amine group is required for structural incorporation.
Agrochemical producers use it in the preparation of herbicide and pesticide compounds, where controlled amine reactivity supports consistent batch synthesis and high-quality chemical production.
In polymer chemistry, it acts as a catalyst or initiator component in polymerization systems, influencing chain initiation and molecular weight distribution during the manufacturing process.
It also functions as a pH-regulating agent in buffered reaction media where precise basicity control affects yield and selectivity, ensuring optimal performance in complex chemical reactions.
The product is supplied as a liquid in standard drum and IBC packaging suited for industrial-scale procurement. Technical grade is the primary commercial form available for synthesis.
Pharmaceutical-grade material meeting relevant purity specifications is available for regulated manufacturing environments, ensuring compliance with global chemical safety and quality standards.
Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 78 °C |
| Boiling Point | 83 °C |
| Density | 0.7318 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C |
| Flash Point | 80-85°C |
| Color | Colourless |
| Form | Liquid |
| Vapor Pressure | 86hPa at 20℃ |
| Refractive Index | 1.3950-1.3980 |
Safety & Handling (Learn More)
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 2921.19.6190 |
Documentation
Other Names
n-ethylpropylamine|1-propanamine, n-ethyl-|n-ethylpropan-1-amine
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