Description

2-((4-Methylbenzyl)Amino)Ethanol is a versatile amino alcohol derivative with a molecular structure that combines aromatic and aliphatic amine functionalities. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted benzylaminoethanol moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structural features contribute to biological activity.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as an effective component in formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial cooling systems and pipelines.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce amine functionality into polymer chains, enhancing properties like adhesion, cross-linking density, and surface modification.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Production: Functions as a raw material for synthesizing specialty surfactants with specific hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block in medicinal chemistry and material science for creating novel compounds with targeted properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-((4-Methylbenzyl)Amino)Ethanol
CAS No.	40171-87-7
Molecular Formula	C10H15NO
Molecular Weight	165.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-Methylphenyl)methylamino]ethanol; N-(4-Methylbenzyl)ethanolamine; 2-[(4-Methylbenzyl)amino]ethan-1-ol; Ethanol, 2-[(4-methylbenzyl)amino]-; 4-Methylbenzylethanolamine; p-Methylbenzylethanolamine; N-(p-Tolylmethyl)ethanolamine; 2-(p-Methylbenzylamino)ethanol
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-((4-Methylbenzyl)Amino)Ethanol adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.020 - 1.050
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.530 - 1.540

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