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Hydroxycaine

Also known as Cornecaine, Benzoic acid, p-(propylamino)-, 3-(dimethylamino)-2-hydroxypropyl ester, 3-(dimethylamino)-2-hydroxypropyl 4-(propylamino)benzoate

CAS 3686-68-8Formula C15H24N2O3Molar mass 280.37 g/mol
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Hydroxycaine chemical structure, C15H24N2O3, CAS 3686-68-8
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
3686-68-8
Formula
C15H24N2O3
Molar mass
280.37 g/mol
HS code
292249
Category
Aromatic building blocks

What is Hydroxycaine?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Hydroxycaine is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C15H24N2O3 and a molar mass of 280.37 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 3686-68-8. The IUPAC name is [3-(dimethylamino)-2-hydroxypropyl] 4-(propylamino)benzoate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
[3-(dimethylamino)-2-hydroxypropyl] 4-(propylamino)benzoate
CAS number
3686-68-8 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C15H24N2O3
UNII
3WW707377Q
InChIKey
SIVHMKRQTQHNIO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C15H24N2O3/c1-4-9-16-13-7-5-12(6-8-13)15(19)20-11-14(18)10-17(2)3/h5-8,14,16,18H,4,9-11H2,1-3H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCNC1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)OCC(CN(C)C)O

Synonyms

  • Cornecaine
  • Benzoic acid, p-(propylamino)-, 3-(dimethylamino)-2-hydroxypropyl ester
  • 3-(dimethylamino)-2-hydroxypropyl 4-(propylamino)benzoate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
280.37 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
280.1787 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.59calc.
Topological polar surface area
61.8 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
5calc.
Rotatable bonds
8calc.
Heavy atoms
20calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.53calc.
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, c1ccccc1

c1ccccc1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Benzene ring system.

485,677 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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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

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Regulatory status

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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 Hydroxycaine is traded under.

HS 2922.49Indicative HS code

Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and…

World exports in 2024
$3.88B
−11.5% vs 2023, imports $3.87B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China38.7%
  2. India * partner reported8.3%
  3. Germany8.1%
Top importers
  1. United States13.4%
  2. Germany11.1%
  3. Japan6.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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What is Hydroxycaine?

Hydroxycaine is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C15H24N2O3 and a molar mass of 280.37 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 3686-68-8. The IUPAC name is [3-(dimethylamino)-2-hydroxypropyl] 4-(propylamino)benzoate.

What is the CAS number of Hydroxycaine?

The CAS registry number of Hydroxycaine is 3686-68-8.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Hydroxycaine?

The molecular formula of Hydroxycaine is C15H24N2O3 and its molar mass is 280.37 g/mol.

What is Hydroxycaine used for?

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

Is Hydroxycaine hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Hydroxycaine 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 Hydroxycaine?

Hydroxycaine is usually classified under HS code 292249 (Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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