(-)-N-Methylephedrine
Also known as: N-Methylephedrine, (1R,2S)-(-)-N-Methylephedrine, (1R,2S)-2-(Dimethylamino)-1-phenylpropan-1-ol, L-N-Methylephedrine, Methylephedrine, N,N-Dimethylnorephedrine, MFCD00004504, EINECS 209-022-7, Benzenemethanol, α-[(1S)-1-(dimethylamino)ethyl]-, (αR)-, erythro-α-[1-(Dimethylamino)ethyl]benzyl Alcohol
(-)-N-Methylephedrine (CAS 552-79-4) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H17NO and a molecular weight of 179.259 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 86-88 ℃(lit.), a boiling point of 251.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 96.9±20.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 552-79-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-1614041-3
- Molecular Formula
- C11H17NO
- Molecular Weight
- 179.259 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Bases
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 86-88 ℃(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 251.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 96.9±20.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 179.131012 |
| PSA | 23.47000 |
| LogP | 1.74 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.530 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of (-)-N-Methylephedrine?
The CAS number of (-)-N-Methylephedrine is 552-79-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (-)-N-Methylephedrine?
(-)-N-Methylephedrine has molecular formula C11H17NO and molecular weight 179.259 g/mol.
Is (-)-N-Methylephedrine hazardous?
(-)-N-Methylephedrine has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (-)-N-Methylephedrine?
For (-)-N-Methylephedrine, Upstream Products: Formaldehyde, Carbon dioxide, (-)-norephedrine; Downstream Products: (1S,2S)-(-)-1-Phenylpropylene oxide, (1R,2R)-(+)-1-Phenylpropylene oxide, Diniconazole.
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