2-Amino-2,3-dimethylbutyronitrile
- CAS No.13893-53-3
- GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
- Availability● In Stock
High-purity 2-Amino-2,3-dimethylbutyronitrile (CAS 13893-53-3), a key intermediate for imidazolinone herbicide synthesis.
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Product Overview
2-Amino-2,3-dimethylbutyronitrile (CAS 13893-53-3) is a high-value organic nitrile compound widely employed as a critical building block in the agrochemical industry. With a molecular formula of C6H12N2 and a molecular weight of 112.173 g/mol, this colorless liquid exhibits excellent reactivity and selectivity in multi-step syntheses, particularly in the construction of nitrogen-containing heterocyclic frameworks.
Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C6H12N2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 112.173 g/mol |
| Exact Mass | 112.100044 |
| Density | 0.9 ± 0.1 g/cm³ |
| Boiling Point | 173.5 ± 23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Flash Point | 58.8 ± 22.6 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 1.3 ± 0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.444 |
| LogP | 0.20 |
| PSA | 49.81 Ų |
| Appearance | Colorless liquid |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
Industrial Applications
This compound serves exclusively as a chemical intermediate in the production of imidazolinone-class herbicides. It is not intended for direct end-use but plays an indispensable role in synthesizing active pharmaceutical or agrochemical ingredients through advanced organic synthesis pathways. Key downstream targets include:
- Imazamox (CAS 114311-32-9)
- Imazaquin (CAS 81335-37-7)
- Imazethapyr (CAS 81335-77-5)
- Imazapyracid (CAS 81334-34-1)
- Imazamethabenz-methyl (CAS 81405-85-8)
Its structural features—tertiary amine functionality adjacent to a nitrile group—enable efficient cyclization and functional group transformations under controlled industrial conditions, making it a preferred precursor in large-scale herbicide manufacturing.
Handling and Storage
Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. Standard industrial safety protocols for handling organic nitriles should be observed. Packaging is typically 25 kg per drum, with custom configurations available upon request.
