Description

2-Aminophenethanol is a versatile amino alcohol derivative that serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a primary amine and a primary alcohol, makes it invaluable for constructing complex molecules with high precision. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of β-blockers, adrenergic agents, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Used in the preparation of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal complexes.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polyamides, polyurethanes, and epoxy resins.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of optical brighteners and advanced colorants.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Component in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Aminophenethanol
CAS No.	5339-85-5
Molecular Formula	C8H11NO
Molecular Weight	137.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Aminoethyl)phenol; 2-Hydroxyphenethylamine; 2-Phenylethanolamine; o-Hydroxyphenethylamine; 1-Amino-2-(2-hydroxyphenyl)ethane; β-Amino-2-hydroxyethylbenzene; 2-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)ethylamine; Phenethanolamine, 2-amino-
EINECS	226-258-1

Quality Control

Our 2-Aminophenethanol is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for pharmaceutical and fine chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) after opening to prevent degradation and maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (Specific enantiomer available)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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