nnonylamine

Nonylamine is a chemical compound with the chemical formula C9H19N. It is a linear, non-branching alkylamine and a member of the nonanal primary amines. Nonylamine is a colorless liquid at room temperature with a characteristic odor. It is slightly soluble in water and highly soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and diethyl ether.

Nonylamine is a precursor to various products, including fabric softeners, emulsifiers, and surfactants. Its properties as a nonionic surfactant make it useful for applications in the paper, textile, and leather industries. It can also be used as a corrosion inhibitor for certain metals.

From an environmental perspective, nonylamine is considered a mixture of bioaccumulative chemicals, and its use is regulated under the Stockholm Convention and the United States' categorization as a hazardous substance. Exposure to nonylamine can cause adverse health effects, including skin and eye irritation, and reproductive toxicity.

Production of nonylamine is through the reaction of nonanal with ammonia in various protocols. The compound can also be synthesized through other methods, including the reaction of butyraldehyde with dimethylamine. Research on nonylamine has focused on its emissions, toxicity, and environmental fate, as well as its potential as a source of resistance in bacteria that degrade organic pollutants. The compound is currently the subject of ongoing research and regulatory actions aimed at mitigating its impact on human health and the environment.