Description

2-Amino-2-(4-Ethylphenyl)Ethan-1-Ol is a specialized chiral amino alcohol building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both an amino and a hydroxyl group on a chiral center adjacent to an ethylphenyl ring, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. Its role is critical in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals requiring specific stereochemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, including potential CNS drugs and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced, enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides where specific biological activity is required.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis, such as oxazolidinones or other N,O-chelating systems.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multistep synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable compound for methodological studies in organic chemistry, particularly in stereoselective synthesis and reaction development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-2-(4-Ethylphenyl)Ethan-1-Ol
CAS No.	1094697-87-6
Molecular Formula	C10H15NO
Molecular Weight	165.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-2-(4-ethylphenyl)ethanol; 1-(4-Ethylphenyl)-2-aminoethanol; (RS)-2-Amino-2-(4-ethylphenyl)ethan-1-ol; 4-Ethyl-α-(aminomethyl)benzyl alcohol; 2-(4-Ethylphenyl)-2-aminoethanol; β-Amino-4-ethylbenzenethanol; 1-(4-Ethylphenyl)-2-aminoethyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Amino-2-(4-Ethylphenyl)Ethan-1-Ol is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your synthetic workflows. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing purity, chiral purity (if applicable), and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

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

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