Description

[2-(Phenylthio)Ethyl]Amine Hydrochloride is a versatile organosulfur building block featuring both a thioether linkage and a primary amine hydrochloride salt. This compound is valued for its dual functionality, enabling its use as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), specialty chemicals, and advanced material precursors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing specific receptor-binding profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the phenylthioethyl moiety can impart specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal complexation studies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce amine functionality into polymer backbones or as a monomer for creating specialty polymers with unique properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating libraries of compounds for high-throughput screening in various industries.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments that require sulfur and nitrogen-containing structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	[2-(Phenylthio)Ethyl]Amine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	34946-13-9
Molecular Formula	C8H12ClNS
Molecular Weight	189.70 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Phenylthio)ethanamine hydrochloride; 2-(Phenylsulfanyl)ethylamine hydrochloride; β-(Phenylthio)ethylamine hydrochloride; 2-Aminoethyl phenyl sulfide hydrochloride; Phenythioethylamine HCl; 2-Phenylethylthioamine hydrochloride; (2-Aminoethyl)(phenyl)sulfide hydrochloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of [2-(Phenylthio)Ethyl]Amine Hydrochloride is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

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 minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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 (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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