Description

2-(2-Aminoethyl)Benzoic Acid Hydrochloride is a versatile organic salt, primarily serving as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of complex molecules. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a primary amine (as the hydrochloride salt), makes it a valuable building block for constructing pharmacologically active compounds. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process chemists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries seeking high-purity intermediates for API synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and cardiovascular pathways.
• Peptide Mimetic Synthesis: Used to incorporate aromatic and aminoethyl functionalities into peptide-like structures for drug discovery and development.
• Ligand and Chelator Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis or metal chelation applications.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in amide coupling reactions and other transformations to introduce the 2-(2-aminoethyl)benzoate moiety into target molecules.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D settings for exploring new chemical entities and synthetic methodologies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as an intermediate in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Aminoethyl)Benzoic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	102879-42-5
Molecular Formula	C9H12ClNO2
Molecular Weight	201.65 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Aminoethyl)benzoic acid HCl; 2-(2-Aminoethyl)benzoic acid hydrochloride; Benzoic acid, 2-(2-aminoethyl)-, hydrochloride; 2-Carboxyphenethylamine hydrochloride; 2-(2-Aminoethyl)benzoic acid monohydrochloride; (2-Carboxyphenyl)ethylamine hydrochloride; 2-Phenethylamine-2-carboxylic acid hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Aminoethyl)Benzoic Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical intermediate applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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