n-Propylamine
The straight-chain primary amine of the three-carbon amine pair, n-propylamine is a dependable general-purpose building block across agrochemical, pharmaceutical, surfactant and rubber-chemical intermediate synthesis.
Chelora Chemicals supplies n-propylamine to fine-chemical, agrochemical and specialty manufacturers worldwide, with full GHS documentation on every consignment.
Product identity
- CAS Number
- 107-10-8
- IUPAC name
- Propan-1-amine
- Molecular formula
- C₃H₉N
- Molecular weight
- 59.11 g/mol
- Boiling point
- 47 – 51 °C
- UN Number
- 1277
- SMILES
- CCCN
- HS Code
- 2921 19*
* Confirm the current HS classification and import regulatory status for your destination with your own regulatory affairs team.
What n-Propylamine is used for
n-Propylamine is a colourless liquid with a pungent ammonia-like odour, fully miscible with water and most polar organic solvents. It is the straight-chain primary amine of the three-carbon pair, distinct from its branched isomer, isopropylamine.
As a general-purpose primary amine building block, it finds use across agrochemical intermediate synthesis, pharmaceutical synthesis, surfactant and corrosion-inhibitor manufacture, and as a reagent step in rubber-chemical and dye-intermediate production. Its reactive primary amine nitrogen makes it a convenient, cost-effective nitrogen source wherever a short straight-chain alkylamine is called for.
n-Propylamine vs. isopropylamine
- n-Propylamine (this product) straight-chain, amine on the terminal carbon — the standard choice when linear-chain reactivity is required.
- Isopropylamine branched, amine on the central carbon — the dominant amine in herbicide-salt chemistry. See that page.
See our wider amine range for the other aliphatic amines we supply, including n-butylamine and ethylamine.
Appearance and handling character
n-Propylamine is highly flammable, fully water-miscible, and corrosive to skin and eyes. It also carries an acute-toxicity classification by inhalation, which calls for ventilated handling.
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless liquid, pungent ammonia-like odour |
| Assay | 99.0% min |
| Water content | 0.3% max |
| Colour (Hazen) | 20 max |
| Non-volatile residue | 0.05% max |
Important: the figures above are indicative of commercial material and are offered for planning only. The batch certificate of analysis is the governing document.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Physical state | Liquid at room temperature |
| Boiling point | 47 – 51 °C |
| Melting point | -83.00 °C |
| Density (20 °C) | 0.719 g/mL |
| Water solubility | Fully miscible |
| Basicity | Strong base, typical of primary alkylamines |
Physical constants compiled from public reference data for CAS 107-10-8 and rounded for readability. Treat them as orientation, not as a specification.
Where our customers put this amine to work
A straightforward, versatile primary amine that earns its place as a building block across several specialty-chemical industries.
Agrochemical intermediates
A nitrogen building block feeding into a range of agrochemical active-ingredient synthesis routes.
- Technical-grade specification
- Bulk tonnage supply available
- Technical desk review on request
Pharmaceutical synthesis
A general-purpose primary amine reagent across fine-chemical and pharmaceutical intermediate routes.
- Multiple pack sizes available
- Full analytical documentation
- Small quantities for trials
Surfactant & corrosion-inhibitor manufacture
Used in building amine-based surfactants and corrosion-inhibitor intermediates.
- Technical-grade specification
- Contracted annual tonnage supported
- Bulk tank or drum supply
Rubber-chemical & dye intermediates
A reagent step in the manufacture of certain rubber-industry and dye intermediate chemicals.
- Research and process-scale quantities
- High-purity grade available on request
- Technical documentation supplied
Research & analytical use
Small liquid quantities for method development and process research.
- Packs from 1 L / 5 L
- Full analytical documentation available
- Retained sample held against the lot
Contract & scheduled supply
Producers running continuous specialty-amine consumption are supported with scheduled call-off tonnage.
- Annual contracts with scheduled call-off
- Price held across the contract period
- Second source held in reserve
How we supply n-Propylamine
Chelora Chemicals is a supplier and sourcing partner, not a manufacturer. On a flammable, corrosive, acutely toxic amine like this one, that means getting the packing, labelling and dangerous-goods paperwork right before the drum ever leaves the plant gate.
We place your order with whichever qualified producer best matches your required grade, your price point and your delivery window.
We keep a second qualified source on this line, so a single-plant disruption never becomes your production problem.
- Isomer confirmed before we quote. n-Propylamine and isopropylamine are not interchangeable; we confirm which one your process needs.
- Dangerous-goods documentation filed correctly. Flammable, corrosive and toxic hazard sets all declared accurately.
- Packing matched to the hazard profile. UN-approved drums and IBCs rated for all three hazard classes.
- Scheduled call-off scheduling. We hold contracted tonnage and release it against your production calendar.
- Batch traceability to the producing plant. Full chain of custody documentation on request.
- Export machinery handled in-house. Classification, approved packing, labelling, freight booking and customs paperwork are ours to manage.
Packed the way your plant receives it
Drum, IBC or bulk — tell us your preferred format and we will quote and classify to it.
200 L / 55 USG
Standard UN-approved steel drums for corrosive flammable liquids, the usual choice for most orders.
Intermediate bulk containers
For mid-volume orders where drum handling becomes a logistics burden.
High-volume contracts
Bulk liquid transport for continuous-consumption customers on long-term supply agreements.
Incoterms to suit you
Quoted on the Incoterm your purchasing team works to, with dangerous-goods documentation filed before booking.
Trial / sample quantities
Small packs dispatched for process trials before a commercial order is placed.
Contracted call-off supply
We hold contracted tonnage and release it against your production calendar.
Flammable, corrosive, and toxic if inhaled
n-Propylamine carries three distinct hazard classes at once. The summary below is orientation only — the safety data sheet supplied with your specific batch is the authoritative document.
Classified hazards
H225Highly flammable liquid and vapour.H302Harmful if swallowed.H311Toxic in contact with skin.H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.H331Toxic if inhaled.
Always read the SDS issued with your specific batch. Handle with chemical-resistant gloves, splash goggles, and respiratory protection where ventilation is limited.
Storage
Store in tightly closed, corrosion-resistant containers in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, open flame and oxidisers.
Handling
Use with local exhaust ventilation and appropriate respiratory protection. Ground and bond containers during transfer to control static discharge. Avoid skin and eye contact; have emergency eyewash and safety-shower provision nearby.
Transport
Ships as UN 1277, Class 3 (flammable liquid) with subsidiary risks depending on jurisdiction. We confirm and document packing group and exact classification for your specific shipment and destination.
Every batch, documented
We verify documentation before dispatch so there are no surprises at your incoming-goods bench.
Specification agreed
Assay, water content and colour confirmed against your process requirement before order placement.
Producer batch testing
The producing plant tests each batch against the agreed specification before release.
Documentation review
COA, SDS and dangerous-goods paperwork checked by our desk before the shipment is booked.
Traceable dispatch
Each shipment is traceable to its producing batch, with full chain-of-custody records on request.
How n-propylamine is made
n-Propylamine is produced industrially by the catalytic amination of n-propanol with ammonia, or alternatively by the catalytic reduction of propionitrile. Both routes are standard, well-established industrial processes for primary alkylamine production.
We do not publish operating process parameters here; this is background only. Full technical and safety documentation accompanies every shipment, and any process-specific detail you need is best confirmed directly with our technical desk.
| Chemical family | Primary aliphatic amine, straight-chain (C3) |
|---|---|
| Basic character | Strong base, typical of primary alkylamines |
| Reactivity | Nucleophilic nitrogen; reacts readily with acids, acid chlorides, aldehydes and alkylating agents |
| Structural isomer | Isopropylamine (branched) |
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n-Propylamine, answered
What is n-propylamine used for?
How does it differ from isopropylamine?
Is n-propylamine hazardous?
What is the UN transport classification?
What grade do you supply?
Do you manufacture this yourself?
- Need a related amine? See our Isopropylamine and n-Butylamine pages.
Get a quote on n-Propylamine today
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