Description

(R)-1-(4-Ethylphenyl)Ethanamine Hydrochloride is a high-purity chiral amine derivative, specifically the hydrochloride salt of the (R)-enantiomer. This compound is a critical chiral building block and resolving agent in asymmetric synthesis, offering high enantiomeric purity essential for producing optically active intermediates. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and production of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular drug candidates.
• Asymmetric Synthesis Catalyst/Resolving Agent: Used to induce chirality in synthetic pathways, enabling the production of enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules for agrochemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reference standard and starting material for method development and chemical research in organic and medicinal chemistry.
• Ligand Preparation: Acts as a precursor for chiral ligands used in metal-catalyzed reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-1-(4-Ethylphenyl)Ethanamine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1032149-84-0
Molecular Formula	C10H16ClN
Molecular Weight	185.69 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-1-(4-Ethylphenyl)ethan-1-amine hydrochloride; (R)-α-Methyl-4-ethylbenzylamine hydrochloride; (R)-(-)-1-(4-Ethylphenyl)ethylamine hydrochloride; (R)-4-Ethyl-α-methylbenzylamine hydrochloride; (1R)-1-(4-Ethylphenyl)ethanaminium chloride; (R)-1-(p-Ethylphenyl)ethylamine HCl
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Quality Control

Our (R)-1-(4-Ethylphenyl)Ethanamine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess are provided and available upon request.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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