Molekula
Dibutylamine
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Dibutylamine is a secondary aliphatic amine with a strong, fishy odor, widely used in chemical synthesis, corrosion inhibitors, and as a catalyst in polymer production. It serves as a key intermediate in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and rubber processing. CAS 111-92-2, molecular formula (CH3CH2CH2CH2)2NH, molecular weight 129.24 g/mol. Store at ambient conditions. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Dibutylamine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 kg — £57.50 per pack ex VAT · £69.00 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| Purity (GC) | ≥ 99.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 40 °C |
| Transport Class | 8 (3) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Base |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Liquid |
| Odour | Ammonia-like odor |
| Melting Point | -59 °C |
| Boiling Point | 159 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.27 kPa at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4177 |
| pKa | pKa = 11.31 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 2.83 |
Source: PubChem CID 8148 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 31112489 |
| CAS Number | 111-92-2 |
| IUPAC Name | N-butylbutan-1-amine |
| EC Number | 203-921-8 |
| Molecular Formula | (CH3CH2CH2CH2)2NH |
| Molecular Weight | 129.24 |
| Exact Mass | 129.1517 |
| SMILES | CCCCNCCCC |
| InChIKey | JQVDAXLFBXTEQA-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H19N/c1-3-5-7-9-8-6-4-2/h9H,3-8H2,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 8148 |
| UN Number | UN2248 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2921191100 |
| Tariff Code | 2921199990 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
Hazard statements
- EUH071 Corrosive to the respiratory tract
- H226 Flammable liquid and vapour
- H301 + H311 Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin
- H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H330 Fatal if inhaled
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P301+330 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- (n-C4H9)2NH
- 1-Butanamine, N-butyl-
- di-1-butylamine
- Di-n-butylamine
- di-Normal-butylamine
- Dibutilamina
- N-Butyl-1-butanamine
- N-butylbutan-1-amine
- n-Dibutylamine
- N,N-Dibutylamine
Frequently asked questions
What is dibutylamine commonly used for?
Dibutylamine is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and rubber accelerators, as well as in the production of surfactants and corrosion inhibitors.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of dibutylamine?
The chemical formula is **(CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₂)₂NH**, and the molecular weight is **129.24 g/mol**.
How should dibutylamine be stored?
Store dibutylamine in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from oxidizing agents, moisture, and sources of ignition.
What grades or purities of dibutylamine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies dibutylamine in **technical grade** and **reagent grade** purities, with typical assay ≥98%.
Can Molekula supply dibutylamine in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply dibutylamine in bulk, with quantities ranging from **5 kg up to IBCs (1000 L)** depending on customer requirements.
What documentation is provided with a dibutylamine order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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