Methylamine hydrochloride is a white crystalline powder. It is soluble in water and ethanol, but insoluble in ether, acetone and chloroform; it is hygroscopic and irritating.
Applications:
Pharmaceuticals: Intermediate in drug synthesis (e.g., ephedrine, theophylline, certain local anesthetics).
Agrochemicals: Used in herbicide and pesticide production.
Organic Synthesis: Alkylating agent for amines, preparation of methyl derivatives.
Biochemistry: Used in protein sequencing and peptide synthesis.
Illicit Chemistry: Precursor in the synthesis of controlled substances (e.g., methamphetamine), leading to strict regulations in many countries.
Brand: Soarwin
CAS No.: 593-51-1
EC Number: 209-795-0
Molecular Formula: CH5N.ClH
Density: 0.8306 (rough estimate)
Melting point: 231-233°C(lit.)
Boiling point: 225-230°C15mm Hg(lit.)
Flash point: 225-230°C/15mm
