Description

o-Phenethylaniline is a versatile aromatic amine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both an aniline and a phenethyl group, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific functionalities. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients, dyes, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and cardiovascular systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, contributing to crop protection solutions.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a foundational component for creating azo dyes and other complex colorants for textiles and plastics.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or curing agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and epoxy hardeners.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic processes.
• Research and Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-Phenethylaniline
CAS No.	5697-85-8
Molecular Formula	C14H15N
Molecular Weight	197.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenethylaniline; N-(2-Phenylethyl)aniline; 2-(Phenethylamino)benzene; o-(2-Phenylethyl)aniline; 1-Amino-2-phenethylbenzene; Benzenamine, 2-(2-phenylethyl)-; (2-Phenylethyl)phenylamine
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Quality Control

Our o-Phenethylaniline is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity and meet stringent impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, supporting compliance in regulated applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.040 - 1.060

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