Isobutylamine

Isobutylamine (CAS 78-81-9) is a primary aliphatic amine, also known by the abbreviations IBA and MIBA and the trade name Valamine. It carries no assigned E-code. The compound belongs to the butylamine family and is classified under HS code 29211990 for customs and trade purposes.

In pharmaceutical synthesis, isobutylamine serves as a building block for active ingredients, reacting with carbonyl compounds to form imines and secondary amines. In water treatment, it functions as a corrosion inhibitor by adsorbing onto metal surfaces and neutralising acidic species. Agricultural formulators use it as a pH buffer and carrier solvent in pesticide and herbicide concentrations.

Isobutylamine is supplied in technical and synthesis grades and is subject to REACH registration requirements within the European Union. Standard packaging includes drums and IBC containers, with documentation available to support compliance workflows. Buyers should confirm grade specifications and SDS requirements prior to procurement.