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Overview
N-Propoxyethyl-N-2,6-Diethylaniline is a specialized organic intermediate primarily synthesized via the alkylation of N,N-diethylaniline with propylene oxide. This tertiary amine derivative serves as a critical precursor in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors.
- Molecular Formula: C15H25NO
- CAS No: 100945-87-5
Application
- Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as an intermediate for constructing complex heterocyclic structures in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
- Agrochemicals: Functions as a building block for synthesizing specific herbicides and fungicides.
- Dye Intermediates: Employed in the production of specialized azo dyes requiring steric hindrance properties.
Precautions
- Safety: Handle with appropriate PPE to prevent skin contact and inhalation; avoid ingestion.
- Storage: Store in tightly sealed containers under inert atmosphere at cool, dry conditions away from oxidizers.
- Regulatory: Not approved for direct clinical use; restricted to industrial manufacturing processes only.