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Benzedrone

Also known as 4-Methyl-N-benzylcathinone, 4-MBC [Designer Drug], 4-Mbc (designer drug)

CAS 1225617-75-3Formula C17H19NOMolar mass 253.35 g/mol
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Benzedrone chemical structure, C17H19NO, CAS 1225617-75-3
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
1225617-75-3
Formula
C17H19NO
Molar mass
253.35 g/mol
HS code
292239
Category
Aromatic building blocks

What is Benzedrone?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Benzedrone is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C17H19NO and a molar mass of 253.35 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 1225617-75-3. The IUPAC name is 2-(benzylamino)-1-(4-methylphenyl)propan-1-one.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-(benzylamino)-1-(4-methylphenyl)propan-1-one
CAS number
1225617-75-3 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C17H19NO
UNII
V6Z5G5VE87
InChIKey
KWHZRPBDEAQYDE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C17H19NO/c1-13-8-10-16(11-9-13)17(19)14(2)18-12-15-6-4-3-5-7-15/h3-11,14,18H,12H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)C(C)NCC2=CC=CC=C2

Synonyms

  • 4-Methyl-N-benzylcathinone
  • 4-MBC [Designer Drug]
  • 4-Mbc (designer drug)
  • 1-(4-Methylphenyl)-2-((phenylmethyl)amino)-1-propanone
  • 1-Propanone, 1-(4-methylphenyl)-2-((phenylmethyl)amino)-
  • (+-)-1-(4-Methylphenyl)-2-(benzylamino)propan-1-one
  • 2-(benzylamino)-1-(4-methylphenyl)propan-1-one
  • (+/-)-1-(4-Methylphenyl)-2-(benzylaMino)propan-1-one
  • 4-Methyl-N-benzylcathinone Hydrochloride
  • 2-(Benzylamino)-1-(p-tolyl)propan-1-one

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

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

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
253.35 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
253.1467 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.36calc.
Topological polar surface area
29.1 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
5calc.
Heavy atoms
19calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.24calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
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, O=C(CNCc1ccccc1)c1ccccc1

O=C(CNCc1ccccc1)c1ccccc1

2 rings, 17 atoms, the 2-(Benzylamino)-1-phenylethanone ring system.

97 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.

Benzedrone suppliers

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Reference: UN Convention on Psychotropic Substances 1971

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Benzedrone price

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

New psychoactive substance

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Listing and enquiries are not allowed for this substance.

Reference: UN Convention on Psychotropic Substances 1971

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Controls

  • New psychoactive substance under control

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

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

HS 2922.39Indicative HS code

Amino-aldehydes, amino-ketones and amino-quinones, other than those containing more than…

World exports in 2024
$187M
−0.3% vs 2023, imports $159M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China35.3%
  2. India * partner reported27.7%
  3. Germany12.7%
Top importers
  1. Germany17.3%
  2. United States13.8%
  3. India * partner reported9.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Benzedrone?

Benzedrone is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C17H19NO and a molar mass of 253.35 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 1225617-75-3. The IUPAC name is 2-(benzylamino)-1-(4-methylphenyl)propan-1-one.

What is the CAS number of Benzedrone?

The CAS registry number of Benzedrone is 1225617-75-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Benzedrone?

The molecular formula of Benzedrone is C17H19NO and its molar mass is 253.35 g/mol.

What is Benzedrone used for?

Known uses and roles of Benzedrone include building blocks in research and laboratory and screening compounds in research and laboratory.

Is Benzedrone hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Benzedrone 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 Benzedrone?

Benzedrone is usually classified under HS code 292239 (Amino-aldehydes, amino-ketones and amino-quinones, other than those containing more than…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

Can I buy Benzedrone on CompoundList?

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Data last updated 7 Oct 2026. Details may have changed, please confirm them with the supplier. Report an error on this page

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