Methylamines

Abstract Methylamines are derivatives of ammonia with one, two, or all three of the hydrogen atoms replaced by methyl groups. Methylamines are harmful, colorless gases or compressed liquids, highly flammable, and have very strong fishy or ammonia‐like odors. They are water soluble and are sold as either aqueous solutions or in pure form. Due to their high reactivity, the range of possible applications for methylamines is vast. Products manufactured from methylamines include solvents, crop protection agents, pharmaceuticals, surfactants, rubber chemicals, ion‐exchange resins, explosives, animal feed, building blocks for the paper industry, and water treatment materials.