2-Amino-2-methyl-1-propanol (AMP)

Description

1. Product Overview

2-Amino-2-methyl-1-propanol (AMP) is a high-purity, multifunctional amine alcohol engineered for critical industrial formulations requiring pH stabilization, CO₂ capture, and emulsion control. Its primary industrial use spans water-based coatings, metalworking fluids, personal care, and gas treatment processes. The key value proposition lies in its superior volatility-to-alkalinity balance, enabling lower odor, reduced amine blush, and enhanced corrosion protection compared to conventional amines. Strategically, AMP is essential for manufacturers transitioning to low-VOC, high-performance systems, directly addressing tightening environmental regulations without compromising operational efficiency.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical composition: (CH₃)₂C(NH₂)CH₂OH – primary amine + hindered alcohol

• Purity grade: ≥ 95% min. (industrial grade); 99%+ available for specialty applications

• Physical form: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid

• Molecular weight: 89.14 g/mol

• Density: ~0.94 g/cm³ at 25°C

• Boiling point: 165°C

• Flash point: 72°C (closed cup) – non-hazardous for transport under standard conditions

• pH (1% solution): 11.3 – 11.7

• Packaging options: 200 kg drums, 1,000 kg IBC totes, bulk ISO tanks, flexitanks (20MT per container)

• Shelf life: 24 months when stored in sealed, moisture-free containers at 15–40°C

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Water-based architectural & industrial coatings – Used as a co-dispersant and pH stabilizer; outperforms ammonia or traditional amines by eliminating flash rust, reducing odor, and preventing amine blush on high-gloss finishes.

• Metalworking fluids (MWFs) – Provides long-term corrosion inhibition and bacterial pH control in semi-synthetic and synthetic coolants; extends fluid life by 30%+ versus ethanolamines.

• Gas treating (CO₂ / H₂S scrubbing) – Acts as a sterically hindered amine in sour gas absorption; achieves higher CO₂ loading capacity and lower regeneration energy than MEA or MDEA.

• Personal care & cosmetics – pH adjuster in sunscreens, hair dyes, and skin lotions; preferred for its non-irritating profile and lack of nitrosamine formation risk.

• Cement grinding aids – Enhances grinding efficiency and pack-set prevention in high-performance cement production.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality consistency – ISO 9001:2025 certified production with batch-to-batch purity variance < 0.5%; each shipment includes COA, MSDS, and residual solvent analysis.

• Supply reliability – Dual-sourced manufacturing (US and EU facilities) with 5,000 MT/month global capacity; safety stock held in three regional hubs (Americas, EMEA, Asia-Pacific).

• Logistics capability – Direct bulk container loading (20MT/ISO tank) with temperature-controlled options; lead times 7–14 days for major ports.

• Price competitiveness – Long-term contracts available at benchmark-linked pricing; volume discounts above 100 MT/month.

• Sustainability – 100% recyclable packaging options; lower VOC contribution compared to 2-amino-2-ethyl-1,3-propanediol (AEPD); compatible with EU EcoLabel and LEED v5 criteria.

• Technical support – In-house application engineers provide formulation optimization, alternative compatibility testing, and regulatory compliance documentation (REACH, TSCA, DSL, K-REACH).

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 20 MT (bulk / ISO tank)
  Smaller quantities (200 kg drums) available at adjusted MOQ of 2 MT

• Loading capacity (20FT container – bulk liquid): 20 MT per ISO tank or flexitank (standard 20,000 kg net weight)