Description

3-(2-Aminoethyl)Benzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic amino acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a primary amine group, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and cardiovascular systems.
• Peptide Mimetic Synthesis: Used to incorporate aromatic and flexible ethyleneamine spacers into peptide analogs and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as a building block for novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Employed in the production of specialty polyamides, epoxy curing agents, and functional polymers.
• Chelating Agent Synthesis: Intermediate for creating ligands and chelators used in metal sequestration and catalysis.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Useful in preparing cross-linking agents and spacers for antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and diagnostic reagents.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Aminoethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	2393-21-7
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO2
Molecular Weight	165.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2-Aminoethyl)benzoic acid; 2-(3-Carboxyphenyl)ethylamine; 3-Carboxyphenethylamine; Benzoic acid, 3-(2-aminoethyl)-; m-(2-Aminoethyl)benzoic acid; 3-Aminoethylbenzoic acid; 3-Phenethylaminecarboxylic acid
EINECS	219-231-0

Quality Control

Our 3-(2-Aminoethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is 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 opening to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.