Description

1-Amino-3-Phenyl-Propan-2-Ol is a versatile chiral amino alcohol building block of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both amino and hydroxyl functional groups on a propanol backbone attached to a phenyl ring, makes it a critical intermediate for creating complex, bioactive molecules. This compound is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries who require high-purity, reliable starting materials for asymmetric synthesis and API development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of β-blockers (adrenergic antagonists), antidepressants, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing chiral herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of chiral ligands used in enantioselective catalysis.
• Fine Chemical and Specialty Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, flavors, fragrances, and advanced material precursors.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in proteomics and enzymology studies as a substrate analog or for modifying peptides.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable compound for methodological development in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Amino-3-Phenyl-Propan-2-Ol
CAS No.	50411-26-2
Molecular Formula	C9H13NO
Molecular Weight	151.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-1-phenylpropan-1-ol; 1-Phenyl-2-aminopropan-1-ol; (±)-2-Amino-1-phenyl-1-propanol; DL-2-Amino-1-phenyl-1-propanol; Norphenylephrine; α-(1-Aminoethyl)benzyl alcohol; 1-Phenyl-1-hydroxy-2-aminopropane; β-Hydroxy-β-phenylethylamine
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Quality Control

Our 1-Amino-3-Phenyl-Propan-2-Ol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	Specified enantiomeric ratio available (D/L or enantiomerically pure)
Melting Point	Approx. 105 - 110 °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.