Neopentylamine

Neopentylamine is an organic compound with the molecular formula (CH3)3CCH2NH2.

The molecule is the primary amine derivative of neopentane, (CH3)4C.

Like most alkyl amines, it degrades slowly in air.

[1] Neopentylamine is prepared by the reaction of neopentyl alcohol with ammonia in the presence of a hydrogenation catalyst.

[3] For example, some experimental drugs incorporate this amine.