4-Amino-1-butanol

• CAT Number: R018574
• CAS Number: 13325-10-5
• Molecular Formula: C4H11NO
• Molecular Weight: 89.138
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 1-Amino-4-butanol; 4-Amino-1-butanol; 4-Aminobutanol; 4-Hydroxy-1-butanamine; 4-Hydroxybutylamine; Butanolamine
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 4-aminobutan-1-ol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C4H11NO/c5-3-1-2-4-6/h6H,1-5H2
• InChIKey: BLFRQYKZFKYQLO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C(CCO)CN

4-Amino-1-butanol(CAT: R018574) is a versatile organic compound featuring both an amino group and a hydroxyl group, making it useful as an intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. This compound is particularly valued in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and as a building block for the creation of more complex molecules, such as amino alcohols and heterocyclic compounds. Its dual functionality allows it to participate in a range of chemical reactions, including amide formation, esterification, and alkylation. 4-Amino-1-butanol is also used in research settings for the development of novel therapeutic agents, owing to its ability to be readily incorporated into diverse chemical frameworks. Additionally, it serves as a precursor in the synthesis of polymers and other materials that require both amine and alcohol functionalities.