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Basic Information
Product Name: 2-Amino-2-methyl-1-propanol
CAS Number: 124-68-5
Alias: AMP, Aminomethyl propanol, Isobutanolamine
Chemical Full Name: 2-amino-2-methylpropan-1-ol
Molecular Formula: C4H11NO
Molecular Weight: 89.14
EINECS: 204-709-8
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Alkanolamine organic neutralizing agent
- Structural Features: Tertiary carbon with primary amine and primary hydroxyl group; unique steric hindrance structure, excellent pH buffering capacity, low volatility, good compatibility with resins, surfactants
- Characteristic: Low odor multifunctional amine neutralizer, widely used in water-based coatings & daily chemicals
Physical & Chemical Properties
- Appearance: Colorless transparent low-viscosity liquid
- Odor: Mild weak amine odor
- Melting Point: 30–32 °C
- Boiling Point: 165 °C
- Flash Point: 74 °C (closed cup)
- Density (20℃): 0.934 g/cm3
- Refractive Index (20℃): 1.447
- Solubility: Fully miscible with water, ethanol, glycols; soluble in ketones, esters; slightly soluble in aliphatic hydrocarbons
- Stability: Stable sealed at room temperature; absorbs CO? and moisture in air; alkaline, neutralizes acrylic acid, carboxylic acid groups to form soluble amine salts; no yellowing tendency for coating systems
Synthesis & Applications
Production Method
Hydrolysis and amination of 2,2-dimethyloxirane, followed by vacuum rectification purification.
Main Applications
- Waterborne coating neutralizer: Adjust pH of latex paint, acrylic emulsion, prevent pigment agglomeration, improve storage stability
- Daily chemical raw material: Neutralizer for shampoo, facial cleanser, mild surfactant system pH regulator
- Personal care thickening aid: Boost viscosity of carbomer gel skincare formulations
- Metal processing additive: Alkaline cleaning agent, rust inhibitor for metal surface treatment
- Ink & pigment dispersant: PH stabilizer for water-based printing ink
Safety & Storage Instructions
GHS Hazard Classification
- H226 Flammable liquid and vapor
- H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H332 Harmful if inhaled
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation by vapor inhalation
Personal Protection
Organic vapor respirator, full-face splash goggles, butyl nitrile gloves, alkali-resistant overalls; operate in ventilated fume hood, avoid direct skin contact and vapor inhalation.
Storage Condition
Hermetically sealed plastic-lined iron drum, cool dry ventilated warehouse ≤30℃; isolate strong acids, oxidants, seal tightly to prevent carbon dioxide absorption.
Transportation
Class 8 corrosive alkaline flammable liquid, UN2735, Packing Group III; separate from acidic chemicals during shipment.
Quality Specifications
- Purity (GC): ≥99.0%
- Moisture: ≤0.3%
- Chroma (Pt-Co): ≤10
- Amine value: 625–635 mgKOH/g
Information Summary Table
| Item | Specification |
| CAS Number | 124-68-5 |
| Product Name | 2-Amino-2-methyl-1-propanol (AMP) |
| Synonym | Aminomethyl propanol |
| Molecular Formula | C4H11NO |
| Molecular Weight | 89.14 |
| Appearance | Colorless transparent liquid (solidifies below 30℃) |
| Flash Point | 74℃ |
| Core Advantage | Steric hindrance alkanolamine, low odor, non-yellowing coating neutralizer |
| Storage Rule | Tightly sealed cool storage, separate from strong acid chemicals |
| Hazard Property | Flammable corrosive alkaline liquid, severe skin & eye burns, harmful inhalation |
| Main Usage | Latex paint pH regulator, carbomer gel neutralizer, daily chemical surfactant buffer, metal cleaning additive |
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