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Phenethylamine

Also known as 2-phenylethylamine, 2-Phenylethanamine, 2-Phenethylamine

CAS 64-04-0Formula C8H11NMolar mass 121.18 g/molEC 200-574-4
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Corrosive, Acute toxicity (severe), Harmful or irritant 63 suppliers listed
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Phenethylamine chemical structure, C8H11N, CAS 64-04-0
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Colorless to slightly yellow liquid
Melting point
<0
Boiling point
197.5 °C
Density
0.9640 g/cm³ at 25 °C
Flash point
81 °C
HS code
292149
Category
Amines and amides
Illustrative photo, clear liquid in sealed glass ampoules on a laboratory bench
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What is Phenethylamine?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

2-phenylethylamine is a phenylethylamine having the phenyl substituent at the 2-position. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and a human metabolite. It is an aralkylamine, an alkaloid and a phenylethylamine. It is a conjugate base of a 2-phenylethanaminium.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
2-phenylethanamine
CAS number
64-04-0 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
200-574-4
Molecular formula
C8H11N
UNII
327C7L2BXQ
MDL number
MFCD00008184
InChIKey
BHHGXPLMPWCGHP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H11N/c9-7-6-8-4-2-1-3-5-8/h1-5H,6-7,9H2
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C1=CC=C(C=C1)CCN

Synonyms

  • 2-phenylethylamine
  • 2-Phenylethanamine
  • 2-Phenethylamine
  • beta-Phenethylamine
  • 1-Amino-2-phenylethane
  • beta-Aminoethylbenzene
  • (2-Aminoethyl)benzene
  • 1-Phenyl-2-aminoethane
  • 2-Amino-1-phenylethane
  • Ethanamine, 2-phenyl-
  • Ethylamine, 2-phenyl-
  • 1-Phenyl-2-amino-athan
  • 2-Fenylethylamin
  • 2-Amino-fenylethan
  • Phenethylamine, beta
  • beta-Phenylaethylamin
  • b-phenylethylamine
  • omega-Phenylethylamine
  • 1-Phenyl-2-amino-aethan
  • Benzeneethanamine
  • phenylethylamine
  • beta-phenylethylamine
  • 2-Phenylethan-1-Amine
  • 2-Aminoethylbenzene
  • phenethyl-amine
Show all 29 synonyms
  • 1tnj
  • 1utm
  • 1uto
  • Phenethylamine, hydrochloride

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

Appearance
Colorless to slightly yellow liquidexp.
Odour
Fishy odorexp.
Melting point
<0exp.
Boiling point
197.5 °Cexp.
Density
0.9640 g/cm³ at 25 °Cexp.
Flash point
81 °Cexp.
Solubility
Soluble in waterexp.
Vapour pressure
31 Pa /0.23 mm Hg/ at 20 °Cexp.

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
121.18 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
121.0891 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.19calc.
Topological polar surface area
26.02 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
9calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.25calc.
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, 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

GHS signal word
Danger
GHS05: Corrosive
Corrosive
GHS06: Acute toxicity (severe)
Acute toxicity (severe)
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H301Toxic if swallowed.
  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
  • H312Harmful in contact with skin.
  • H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H332Harmful if inhaled.
Precautionary statements (21)
  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P301 + P316If swallowed: Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P301 + P330 + P331If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting.
  • P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P302 + P361 + P354If on skin: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Immediately rinse with water for several minutes.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305 + P354 + P338If in eyes: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P316Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P317Get medical help.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
  • P363Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

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

Organic synthesis, laboratory reagent, scintillation counter (CO2 absorber).

Pharmacological actions

  • Psychotropic Drugs

Roles

  • Escherichia coli metabolite
  • animal metabolite
  • bacterial metabolite
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • human metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite
  • mouse metabolite
  • prokaryotic metabolite

Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient

How it is made

/Prepd by reducing benzyl cyanide with sodium and alc:/ Johnson, Guest, Am. Chem. J. 42 346 (1909) (or by reduction with raney nickel:) Robinson, Snyder, Org. Syn. Coll. Vol. III 720 (1955).

From phenylethyl alcohol and ammonia under pressure.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

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

HS 2921.49Indicative HS code

Aromatic monoamines and their derivatives, salts thereof, other

World exports in 2024
$1.14B
+5.6% vs 2023, imports $1.06B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Germany23.3%
  2. China19.4%
  3. Singapore14.6%
Top importers
  1. Belgium15.9%
  2. South Korea15.0%
  3. Germany12.8%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Phenethylamine?

2-phenylethylamine is a phenylethylamine having the phenyl substituent at the 2-position. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and a human metabolite. It is an aralkylamine, an alkaloid and a phenylethylamine. It is a conjugate base of a 2-phenylethanaminium.

What is the CAS number of Phenethylamine?

The CAS registry number of Phenethylamine is 64-04-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Phenethylamine?

The molecular formula of Phenethylamine is C8H11N and its molar mass is 121.18 g/mol.

What is Phenethylamine used for?

Organic synthesis, laboratory reagent, scintillation counter (CO2 absorber).

Is Phenethylamine hazardous?

Phenethylamine carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: toxic if swallowed, harmful if swallowed, harmful in contact with skin. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Phenethylamine?

Phenethylamine is usually classified under HS code 292149 (Aromatic monoamines and their derivatives, salts thereof, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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