Description

2-[(Phenylmethyl)Amino]Ethanol Hydrochloride is an organic salt of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile building block and intermediate for the development of more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. Industries requiring high-purity chemical intermediates, such as pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and specialty chemical production, are the primary users of this material.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with ethanolamine or benzylamine pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its amine functionality is incorporated into the final molecule.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile reagent for introducing the 2-(benzylamino)ethanol moiety into target compounds in research and development laboratories.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: A potential component in specialty chemical formulations designed to protect metals, leveraging its amine group's chelating properties.
• Polymer Additive Precursor: Can be utilized in the manufacture of curing agents, cross-linkers, or modifiers for epoxy resins and other polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(Phenylmethyl)Amino]Ethanol Hydrochloride
CAS No.	58576-72-0
Molecular Formula	C9H14ClNO
Molecular Weight	187.67 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Benzylethanolamine Hydrochloride; 2-(Benzylamino)ethanol Hydrochloride; N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)benzylamine Hydrochloride; Benzyl(2-hydroxyethyl)amine Hydrochloride; BEA HCl; Ethanol, 2-[(phenylmethyl)amino]-, hydrochloride; 2-(N-Benzylamino)ethanol Hydrochloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-[(Phenylmethyl)Amino]Ethanol Hydrochloride is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.