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Ambroxol

Also known as rac-cis-Ambroxol, Ambroxol EP Impurity D, 4-((2-amino-3,5-dibromobenzyl)amino)cyclohexan-1-ol

CAS 18683-91-5Formula C13H18Br2N2OMolar mass 378.11 g/molEC 242-500-3
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Ambroxol chemical structure, C13H18Br2N2O, CAS 18683-91-5
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
18683-91-5
Formula
C13H18Br2N2O
Molar mass
378.11 g/mol
EC number
242-500-3
HS code
292219
Category
Impurities and reference standards

What is Ambroxol?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Ambroxol is an aromatic amine.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
4-[(2-amino-3,5-dibromophenyl)methylamino]cyclohexan-1-ol
CAS number
18683-91-5 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 107814-37-9, 1217679-83-8, 36557-04-7
EC number
242-500-3
Molecular formula
C13H18Br2N2O
UNII
200168S0CL, QH6ZT6J071
MDL number
MFCD00242702, MFCD02093079, MFCD28143339
InChIKey
JBDGDEWWOUBZPM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C13H18Br2N2O/c14-9-5-8(13(16)12(15)6-9)7-17-10-1-3-11(18)4-2-10/h5-6,10-11,17-18H,1-4,7,16H2
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C1CC(CCC1NCC2=C(C(=CC(=C2)Br)Br)N)O

Synonyms

  • rac-cis-Ambroxol
  • Ambroxol EP Impurity D
  • 4-((2-amino-3,5-dibromobenzyl)amino)cyclohexan-1-ol
  • rac-cis-Ambroxol-d5
  • Bisolvon metabolite VIII
  • cis-4-((2-Amino-3,5-dibromobenzyl)amino)cyclohexanol
  • 4-[(2-Amino-3,5-dibromobenzyl)amino]cyclohexanol
  • Bromhexine-metabolite VIII
  • trans-4-((2-Amino-3,5-dibromobenzyl)amino)cyclohexanol
  • C13H18Br2N2O
  • Tabcin
  • cis-Ambroxol
  • 4-[(2-amino-3,5-dibromophenyl)methylamino]cyclohexan-1-ol
  • Ambroxol, cis-
  • Cyclohexanol, 4-[[(2-amino-3,5-dibromophenyl)methyl]amino]-, trans-
  • trans-4-((2-Amino-3,5-dibromobencil)amino)ciclohexanol
  • trans-4-((2-Amino-3,5-dibromobenzyl)amine)cyclohexanol
  • Cyclohexanol, 4-((2-amino-3,5-dibromobenzyl)amino)- (E)-
  • 4-{[(2-amino-3,5-dibromophenyl)methyl]amino}cyclohexan-1-ol
  • N-(2-Amino-3,4-dibromocyclohexyl)-trans-4-aminocyclohexanol
  • 4-Hydroxydemethylbromhexine, cis-
  • N-(trans-4-Hydroxycyclohexyl)-(2-amino-3,5-dibromobenzyl)-amine
  • N-(trans-p-Hydroxycyclohexyl)-(2-amino-3,5-dibromobenzyl)amine
  • Ambroxol (INN)
  • trans-4-[(2-amino-3,5-dibromobenzyl)amino]cyclohexanol
Show all 37 synonyms
  • 4-[(2-amino-3,5-dibromo-phenyl)methylamino]cyclohexanol
  • N-(2-Amino-3,4-dibromociclohexil)-trans-4-aminociclohexanol
  • (1r,4r)-4-((2-amino-3,5-dibromobenzyl)amino)cyclohexan-1-ol
  • cis-4-(((2-Amino-3,5-dibromophenyl)methyl)amino)cyclohexanol
  • N-(trans-4-Hidroxiciclohexil)-(2-amino-3,5-dibromobencil)amina
  • N-(trans-4-Hydroxycyclohexyl)-2-amino-3,5-dibromobenzylamine
  • Ambroxol Base
  • rel-(1r,4r)-4-((2-Amino-3,5-dibromobenzyl)amino)cyclohexan-1-ol
  • (1r,4r)-4-{[(2-Amino-3,5-dibromophenyl)methyl]amino}cyclohexan-1-ol
  • Cyclohexanol, 4-(((2-amino-3,5-dibromophenyl)methyl)amino)-, cis-
  • Cyclohexanol, 4-(((2-amino-3,5-dibromophenyl)methyl)amino)-, trans-
  • Cyclohexanol, 4-(((2-amino-3,5-dibromophenyl)methyl)amino)-, trans- (9CI)

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
378.11 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
375.9786 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.19calc.
Topological polar surface area
58.28 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
18calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.54calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccc(CNC2CCCCC2)cc1

c1ccc(CNC2CCCCC2)cc1

2 rings, 14 atoms, the Benzenemethanamine, N-cyclohexyl- ring system.

712 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Use classes: Pharmaceuticals.

Industries and functions

Roles

  • antidyskinesia agent
  • antiparkinson drug
  • antitussive
  • pharmaceutical

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Ambroxol is traded under.

HS 2922.19Indicative HS code

Amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, their…

World exports in 2024
$2.2B
−4.7% vs 2023, imports $2.27B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China21.7%
  2. Germany17.3%
  3. United States15.6%
Top importers
  1. India * partner reported11.0%
  2. United States9.0%
  3. Germany7.2%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Ambroxol is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Ambroxol, based on the data on this page

What is Ambroxol?

Ambroxol is an aromatic amine.

What is the CAS number of Ambroxol?

The CAS registry number of Ambroxol is 18683-91-5. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 107814-37-9, 1217679-83-8, 36557-04-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Ambroxol?

The molecular formula of Ambroxol is C13H18Br2N2O and its molar mass is 378.11 g/mol.

What is Ambroxol used for?

Use classes: Pharmaceuticals.

Is Ambroxol hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Ambroxol is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Ambroxol?

Ambroxol is usually classified under HS code 292219 (Amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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