Beta Phenyl Ethyl Amine Hydrochloride
Industrial Applications
Beta-Phenyl Ethyl Amine Hydrochloride is an organic amine salt widely used in chemical, pharmaceutical, biochemical, and research applications. In pharmaceutical and biochemical research, it is employed as a reference compound and intermediate for studying trace amines, neurotransmitter activity, and structure–activity relationships of phenethylamine derivatives. The compound is commonly used in medicinal chemistry as a building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients, prodrugs, and analog compounds. In analytical and laboratory settings, Beta-Phenyl Ethyl Amine Hydrochloride serves as a standard material for method development, quality control, and calibration in chromatographic and spectroscopic analyses. It is also used in specialty chemical manufacturing as an intermediate in the production of fine chemicals and custom syntheses. Additionally, the compound finds limited use in nutraceutical and supplement research, where it is studied for its role as a naturally occurring trace amine, though commercial use in finished consumer products is subject to regulatory oversight.
Physical Properties
Beta-Phenyl Ethyl Amine Hydrochloride typically appears as a white to off-white crystalline solid with good stability under dry conditions. It is readily soluble in water and polar solvents, reflecting its salt form, while showing limited solubility in nonpolar organic solvents. The material is hygroscopic and should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated environment, protected from moisture. Standard laboratory handling practices are recommended to maintain purity and chemical stability.
Grade
- Industrial
Other Names
- Phenylethylamine Hydrochloride
Form
- Liquid
Abbreviations
- PEA HCl
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