tryptamine
Also known as: (1H-indol-3-yl)ethanamine, (Amino-2 ethyl)-3 indole, (amino-2ethyl)-3indole, 1H-Indole-3-ethanamine, 2-(1H-Indol-3-yl)ethanamine, 2-(1H-Indol-3-yl)ethylamine, 2-Indol-3-yl-aethylamin, 2-indol-3-yl-ethylamine, 2-indol-3-ylethylamine, 3-(2-aminoethyl)-indol, 3-Indoleethanamine, 3-Indoleethylamine, EINECS 200-510-5, Indol-3-ethylamine, Indole, 3-(2-aminoethyl)-, Indole-ethylamine, L-TRYPTAMINE, MFCD00005661, T56 BMJ D2Z, TRIPTAMINE
tryptamine (CAS 61-54-1) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12N2 and a molecular weight of 160.216 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 113-116 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 378.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 187.7±8.1 °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.
- 61-54-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-961853-2
- Molecular Formula
- C10H12N2
- Molecular Weight
- 160.216 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Bases
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 113-116 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 378.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 187.7±8.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 160.100052 |
| PSA | 41.81000 |
| LogP | 1.38 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.669 |
| Additional Property | negligible |
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]. Jones RS, et al. Tryptamine: a neuromodulator or neurotransmitter in mammalian brain? Prog Neurobiol. 1982;19(1-2):117-39. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of tryptamine?
The CAS number of tryptamine is 61-54-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of tryptamine?
tryptamine has molecular formula C10H12N2 and molecular weight 160.216 g/mol.
Is tryptamine hazardous?
tryptamine 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 tryptamine?
For tryptamine, Upstream Products: 3-(2-nitroethyl)-1H-indole, Indole-3-acetonitrile, L-Tryptophan; Downstream Products: 1-(trifluoromethyl)-9H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole, Serotonin, 5-Methoxytryptamine.
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