Description

2-Aminobenzyl Alcohol is a versatile aromatic amino alcohol building block with significant synthetic utility. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both an aromatic amine and a benzylic alcohol group, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with benzodiazepine or other fused heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require an ortho-aminobenzyl moiety.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for azo dyes and other colorants, where the amino and hydroxyl groups can be modified or used for coupling reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the development of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier in the production of specialty polymers, such as polyurethanes and epoxy resins, to introduce amine functionality.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic transformations and synthesizing novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Aminobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	5344-90-1
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO
Molecular Weight	123.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Aminophenylmethanol; (2-Aminophenyl)methanol; o-Aminobenzyl Alcohol; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)aniline; Benzenemethanol, 2-amino-; Anthranyl Alcohol; 2-Aminobenzenemethanol
EINECS	226-289-4

Quality Control

Our 2-Aminobenzyl Alcohol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, appearance, and other critical parameters is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 100 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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