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Basic Information
Product Name: Dimethylamine hydrochloride
CAS Number: 506-59-2
Alias: N-Methylmethanamine hydrochloride
Molecular Formula: C2H8ClN
Molecular Weight: 81.54
IUPAC Name: dimethylazanium chloride
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Organic amine salt, ionic compound
- Structural Features: Formed by dimethylamine and hydrochloric acid, stable ionic structure with good water solubility.
Physical & Chemical Properties
- Appearance: White crystalline powder
- Odor: Slight amine odor
- Melting Point: 170-173 °C
- Density: 1.04 g/cm3
- Solubility: Freely soluble in water and ethanol; insoluble in ether
- Stability: Stable at room temperature. Releases dimethylamine when reacted with strong alkali. Slightly hygroscopic.
Synthesis & Applications
Production Method
Neutralization reaction between dimethylamine and hydrochloric acid, followed by evaporation, crystallization and drying.
Main Applications
- Organic Synthesis: Intermediate for pharmaceuticals, pesticides and dyes.
- Chemical Reagent: Used in analytical chemistry and chemical experiments.
- Electroplating: Additive for electroplating solution.
- Surfactant: Raw material for synthesizing cationic surfactants.
Safety & Storage Instructions
- Hazard Classification: Irritant; irritates skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
- Personal Protection: Wear dust mask, goggles and chemical resistant gloves. Avoid inhalation and direct contact.
- Storage Condition: Keep tightly sealed, store in cool dry ventilated place, moisture-proof, keep away from strong alkalis.
- Transportation: General chemicals. Prevent package damage and dampness.
Quality Specifications
- Purity: ≥99.0%
- Loss on Drying: ≤0.5%
- pH (5% aqueous solution): 4.0-6.0
- Chloride: Conforms to standard
Information Summary Table
| Item | Specification |
| CAS Number | 506-59-2 |
| Product Name | Dimethylamine hydrochloride |
| Synonym | N-Methylmethanamine hydrochloride |
| Molecular Formula | C2H8ClN |
| Molecular Weight | 81.54 |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 170-173 °C |
| Solubility | Soluble in water and ethanol |
| Purity | ≥99.0% |
| Storage Condition | Sealed, cool dry place, away from alkalis |
| Hazard Property | Skin & respiratory irritant |
| Main Usage | Organic intermediate, chemical reagent, electroplating additive |
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