Description

B-Amino-4-Methoxy-Benzeneethanol CAS NO 138713-55-0 is a versatile aromatic amino alcohol derivative, serving as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both an amino and a hydroxyl group on an ethanolic side chain attached to a methoxy-substituted benzene ring, makes it highly valuable for constructing complex pharmacologically active molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require high-purity, reliable intermediates for scalable synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting neurological and cardiovascular systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where specific stereochemistry is required for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical and Dye Intermediate: Employed in the manufacture of specialized dyes, pigments, and performance chemicals.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable compound for methodological development in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry research programs.
• Peptidomimetic and Bio-conjugate Chemistry: The functional groups allow for incorporation into peptide analogs and bioconjugation linkers.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	B-Amino-4-Methoxy-Benzeneethanol
CAS No.	138713-55-0
Molecular Formula	C9H13NO2
Molecular Weight	167.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-1-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethanol; 1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-aminoethanol; 4-Methoxy-β-amino-phenethyl alcohol; p-Methoxy-β-amino-phenethyl alcohol; (RS)-2-Amino-1-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethanol; (±)-2-Amino-1-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethanol; Amino(4-methoxyphenyl)ethanol; B-Amino-4-Methoxy-Benzene Ethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our B-Amino-4-Methoxy-Benzeneethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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