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