Description

(R)-1-o-Tolylethanamine-Hcl CAS NO 856562-88-4 is a high-purity chiral amine hydrochloride salt, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a stereochemically defined intermediate essential for creating enantiomerically pure compounds. This product is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical manufacturers for applications in asymmetric synthesis and the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used as a chiral auxiliary or resolving agent in stereoselective chemical reactions.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of novel, optically active crop protection agents.
• Ligand Synthesis: Precursor for the preparation of chiral ligands used in catalysis (e.g., for hydrogenation or cross-coupling reactions).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a standard or starting material in methodological development and process chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-1-o-Tolylethanamine-Hcl
CAS No.	856562-88-4
Molecular Formula	C9H14ClN
Molecular Weight	171.67 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-1-(2-Methylphenyl)ethanamine hydrochloride; (R)-α-Methyl-o-toluidine hydrochloride; (R)-1-(o-Tolyl)ethylamine hydrochloride; (R)-o-Methylamphetamine hydrochloride; (R)-1-(2-Methylphenyl)ethylamine HCl; (R)-2-Methylamphetamine HCl; (R)-1-Amino-1-(2-methylphenyl)ethane hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our (R)-1-o-Tolylethanamine-Hcl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, 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 with every shipment.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

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
Water Content (KF)	≤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.