CAS 1667-16-9

N-Octylbenzenemethanamine

Description:

N-Octylbenzenemethanamine, also known as octylbenzylamine, is an organic compound characterized by its long hydrophobic octyl chain and an amine functional group. It features a benzene ring attached to a methanamine group, which contributes to its amphiphilic nature, allowing it to interact with both polar and nonpolar environments. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive amine odor. It is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic octyl chain. N-Octylbenzenemethanamine is often used as a surfactant, emulsifier, or in the formulation of various chemical products, including detergents and personal care items. Its properties make it useful in applications requiring surface activity, such as in the stabilization of emulsions or foams. Additionally, due to the presence of the amine group, it can participate in various chemical reactions, including alkylation and condensation, making it a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis. Safety data should be consulted for handling and exposure guidelines, as amines can be irritants.

Formula: C₁₅H₂₅N

InChI: InChI=1S/C15H25N/c1-2-3-4-5-6-10-13-16-14-15-11-8-7-9-12-15/h7-9,11-12,16H,2-6,10,13-14H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=VRYPROVLGPMATH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(NCCCCCCCC)C1=CC=CC=C1

Synonyms:

• 1-Octanamine, N-(phenylmethyl)-
• Benzyloctylamine
• N-Benzyl-1-octanamine
• N-Benzyloctylamine
• N-Octylbenzenemethanamine
• N-Octylbenzylamine
• Octylamine, N-benzyl-
• Octylbenzylamine
• benzenemethanamine, N-octyl-

N-Benzyloctylamine

CAS: 1667-16-9

N-Benzyloctylamine is a broad-spectrum antibacterial that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It has been shown to inhibit the growth of Escherichia coli and Bacillus subtilis, as well as other bacterial strains. N-Benzyloctylamine inhibits the activity of aminopeptidases, which are enzymes that hydrolyze amino acids from the ends of peptides. This inhibition leads to an accumulation of peptides in cells, which may lead to cell death by proteolysis. N-Benzyloctylamine also inhibits fatty acid synthase, which is an enzyme involved in the synthesis of fatty acids. This inhibition leads to a decrease in fatty acid production, resulting in a reduction in lipid accumulation within cells.

Formula: C₁₅H₂₅N

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 219.37 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FB69959