Methylamine

Methylamine (CAS 74-89-5), also referenced industrially as MeNH2, is a primary aliphatic amine; a compressed gas or aqueous solution.

Where is Methylamine used?

• Pharmaceutical synthesis: reactive building block and chemical intermediate
• Agrochemical production: precursor for herbicides, fungicides, and pesticide intermediates
• Polymer and resin chemistry: chain initiator and modifier
• Ion exchange resins and specialty coatings
• Textile and leather processing: pH regulation and dyeing and tanning carrier
• In pharmaceutical manufacturing it is a precursor for analgesics, antivirals, and central nervous system compounds.

Good to know: Technical grade is standard for industrial synthesis; higher-purity grades meet pharmaceutical intermediate specifications.

Commercial specifications

• Aqueous solutions, typically at 40% concentration
• Packaging from small cylinders to bulk supply