2-Amino-1-phenylethanol
Also known as: Phenylethanolamine, α-(Aminomethyl)benzyl alcohol, DL-β-Hydroxyphenethylamine, beta-Hydroxyphenethylamine, α-(Aminomethyl)benzenemethanol, 2-Amino-1-phenylethan-1-ol, DL-Phenylethanolamine
2-Amino-1-phenylethanol (CAS 7568-93-6) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H11NO and a molecular weight of 137.179 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 56-58 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 286.9±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 151.4±10.5 °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.
- 7568-93-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-892050-4
- Molecular Formula
- C8H11NO
- Molecular Weight
- 137.179 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 56-58 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 286.9±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 151.4±10.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 137.084061 |
| PSA | 46.25000 |
| LogP | 0.82 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.600 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Melandri S, et al. Shape of biomolecules by free jet microwave spectroscopy: 2-amino-1-phenylethanol and 2-methylamino-1-phenylethanol. J Phys Chem A. 2009 Jul 9;113(27):7769-73. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Amino-1-phenylethanol?
The CAS number of 2-Amino-1-phenylethanol is 7568-93-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Amino-1-phenylethanol?
2-Amino-1-phenylethanol has molecular formula C8H11NO and molecular weight 137.179 g/mol.
Is 2-Amino-1-phenylethanol hazardous?
2-Amino-1-phenylethanol 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 2-Amino-1-phenylethanol?
For 2-Amino-1-phenylethanol, Upstream Products: Styrene oxide, (+/-)-2-Chloro-1-phenylethanol, 5-phenyl-1,3-oxazolidin-2-one; Downstream Products: (S)-2-Benzylamino-1-phenylethanol, N-(2-oxo-2-phenylethyl)benzamide, 2,2-Diphenylethylamine.
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