Description

2-Amino-α-Methylbenzyl Alcohol is a versatile chiral amino alcohol building block of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which serves as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecules with defined stereochemistry. This compound is primarily needed by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for applications in asymmetric synthesis and as a precursor to active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• As a chiral ligand or auxiliary in asymmetric catalysis for pharmaceutical synthesis.
• Key intermediate in the production of enantiomerically pure drugs and agrochemicals.
• Building block for the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Precursor in the development of novel materials and specialty polymers.
• Used in research and development for creating new chemical entities (NCEs).
• Employed in the synthesis of fine chemicals and advanced intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-α-Methylbenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	10517-50-7
Molecular Formula	C9H13NO
Molecular Weight	151.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-α-methylbenzyl alcohol; (RS)-2-Amino-1-phenylethanol; (±)-2-Amino-1-phenylethanol; DL-2-Amino-1-phenylethanol; 1-Phenyl-2-aminoethanol; 2-Amino-1-phenylethanol; α-Methyl-2-aminobenzyl alcohol; 2-Amino-α-methylbenzenemethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-α-Methylbenzyl Alcohol is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and acids. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.