AdvanSix Isopropylamine (ΜΙΡΑ)

AdvanSix Isopropylamine (ΜΙΡΑ) is a colorless, flammable liquid with an ammonia-like scent and boasts stability under recommended storage. Despite being sparingly soluble in water, it serves as a pivotal building block for various herbicides and pesticides, including atrazine, glyphosate, and others. Furthermore, it acts as a regulatory agent in plastics, finds utility in organic synthesis for coating materials, plastics, and pharmaceuticals, and serves as an additive within the petroleum industry.

Chemical Name: Isopropylamine

CAS Number: 75-31-0

Chemical Family: Alkyl Amines, Amines, Primary Amines

Applicable Processes: Corrosion Inhibitor Production, Dye Manufacturing, Fungicide Manufacturing, Herbicide Manufacturing, Insecticide Manufacturing, Lubricants Manufacturing, Metal Extraction, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Photography, Resin Manufacturing, Rubber Manufacturing, Rubber Vulcanization, Textiles Manufacturing, Water Treatment

Synonyms: 2-aminopropane, 2-propanamine, 2-Propylamine, MIPA, Monoisopropylamine, Propan-2-Amine, Sec-Propylamine

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Alkyl Amines,
Amines,
Primary Amines
Chemical Name
Isopropylamine
Base Chemicals Functions
Catalyst,
Intermediate
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Regulating Agent
Molecular formula
C₃H₉N
Technologies
Agrochemicals,
Base Chemicals & Intermediates,
Industrial Additives & Materials,
Plastics
Product Families
Agrochemicals — Adjuvants & Formulation Ingredients
Other Formulation Ingredients
Base Chemicals & Intermediates — Intermediates
Amines
Plastics — Polymer Additives
Processing Aids
Industrial Additives & Materials — Water Treatment Chemicals
Water Treatment Additives

Features & Benefits

Agrochemicals Features
Enhanced Crop Growth,
Optimize Soil Nutrients
Base Chemicals Features
Good Solubility,
High Reactivity,
Low Molecular Weight
Industrial Additives Features
Excellent Stability,
Good Solubility,
High Reactivity,
Low Molecular Weight
Materials Features
Excellent Solubility,
Flammable,
Good Stability,
High Reactivity,
Low Molecular Weight
Features and Properties of MIPA
  • Exceptional solubility: MIPA is readily drop soluble in water, enhancing its utility in various chemical processes and formulations.
  • Stability you can count on: Under recommended storage conditions, MIPA maintains its integrity, ensuring consistent performance for your operations.
  • Versatile applications: From agriculture to pharmaceuticals, MIPA’s adaptability makes it a key raw material for innovators in numerous sectors.
  • Chemical reactivity: With a low molecular weight, and being a primary amine, MIPA is highly reactive. This makes it valuable in organic synthesis.
  • Boiling point: MIPA boils at approximately 32°C (90°F), facilitating its use in various industrial applications.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Agriculture & Feed,
Industrial
Applications
Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
Chemical Manufacturing
Industrial — Oil, Gas & Mining
Refining & Gas Processing
Agriculture & Feed — Pest Control
Agricultural Pest Control
Industrial — Power, Water & Utilities
Water Treatment
Applicable Processes
Corrosion Inhibitor Production,
Dye Manufacturing,
Fungicide Manufacturing,
Herbicide Manufacturing,
Insecticide Manufacturing,
Lubricants Manufacturing,
Metal Extraction,
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing,
Photography,
Resin Manufacturing,
Rubber Manufacturing,
Rubber Vulcanization,
Textiles Manufacturing,
Water Treatment
Base Chemicals End Uses
Ametryn Production,
Atrazine Production,
Bentazon Production,
Coatings,
Crop Protection Products,
Desmetryn Production,
Dipropetryn Production,
Fenamiphos Production,
Glyphosate Production,
Herbicide,
Imazapyr Production,
Iprodione Production,
Organic Synthesis,
Pesticide,
Petroleum Products,
Pharmaceutical Application,
Plastics,
Pramitol Production,
Prometryn Production,
Propazine Production,
Rubber Chemicals

Properties

Color (Properties)
Transparent
Physical Form
Liquid
Odor
Pungent ammonia odor
Physico-Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight59.11g/mol-
Explosive Limits2 - 10.4%-
Flash Point-18°CClosed Cup
Autoignition Temperature402°C-
Melting Point-95.2°C-
Boiling Point32.4°C-
Density (at 20°C)0.6891--
Odor Threshold (mean = 0.21 ppm)0.21 - 0.7mmHgAIHA
Vapor Density2.04--
Vapor Pressure (at 20°C)473mm Hg-
Viscosity (at 20°C)0.47mm²/s-
Water Solubility100%-
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water, Log Kow)0.26--
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
N-Propylamine Content (assay)min. 99.5wt %-
Water Contentmax. 0.20wt %-
Di-n-propylamine Contentmax. 0.10wt %-
N-Propanol Contentmax. 0.10wt %-
Isopropylamine Contentmax. 0.10wt %-
Isopropylamine (Assay)99.7wt%
Colormax. 15Platinum-Cobalt-
Ammonia max. 0.20wt%
Diisopropylaminemax. 0.20wt%
N-Isopropylidene-isopropylaminemax. 0.20wt%

Storage & Handling

Handling Recommendations
  • Keep containers closed when not in use.
  • Open containers slowly to allow any excess pressure to vent.
  • Keep away from heat, sparks, flame, or other sources of ignition.
  • Protect small containers from physical damage.
  • Use proper electrical grounding and bonding procedures when loading, unloading, and transferring.
  • Use spark-resistant tools.
  • Electrical equipment and circuits in all storage and handling areas must conform to requirements of national electrical code (Articles 500 and 501) for hazardous location.
Storage Conditions
Recommended Blanketing Dry Nitrogen¹

Maximum

Minimum

80°F (26.7°C)

0°F (-17.8°C)
Recommended Pressure Atmospheric - if tank is equipped with cooling system.
Pressure tank required w/o cooling
Storage Location of Bulk
quantities

Outside, detached tanks

 

¹ - Nitrogen blanketing should be used to retain quality. A white precipitate can form when product is exposed to air.