Description

4-Nitrophenethylamine Hydrochloride is a versatile organic intermediate of significant importance in synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in its role as a key building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active compounds and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and cardiovascular pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its nitro and amine functionalities.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals requiring a phenethylamine backbone.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in the study of enzyme inhibitors and receptor ligands due to its structural similarity to biologically active amines.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or modifier in the development of advanced polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: A standard reagent in university and CRO laboratories for methodological studies and novel synthetic route exploration.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Nitrophenethylamine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	29968-78-3
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O2·HCl
Molecular Weight	202.63 (Free base) / 239.09 (Hydrochloride)
Synonyms	2-(4-Nitrophenyl)ethan-1-amine Hydrochloride; 4-Nitro-β-phenylethylamine Hydrochloride; 4-Nitrophenethylamine HCl; 2-(4-Nitrophenyl)ethylamine Hydrochloride; 4-Nitrobenzeneethanamine Hydrochloride; p-Nitrophenethylamine Hydrochloride; (4-Nitrophenyl)ethylamine Hydrochloride; 4-Nitro-PEA HCl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Nitrophenethylamine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	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.