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Ractopamine

Also known as Ractopamina, Ractopaminum, 4-[3-[[2-hydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethyl]amino]butyl]phenol

CAS 97825-25-7Formula C18H23NO3Molar mass 301.39 g/mol
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Ractopamine chemical structure, C18H23NO3, CAS 97825-25-7
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
97825-25-7
Formula
C18H23NO3
Molar mass
301.39 g/mol
HS code
292250
Category
Respiratory, allergy and digestive drugs

What is Ractopamine?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

4-(1-hydroxy-2-{[4-(4-hydroxyphenyl)butan-2-yl]amino}ethyl)phenol is a secondary amino compound that is 4-(2-amino-1-hydroxyethyl)phenol in which one of the hydrogens attached to the nitrogen is replaced by a 4-(p-hydroxyphenyl)butan-2-yl group. It is a member of benzyl alcohols, a polyphenol, a secondary alcohol and a secondary amino compound.

Ractopamine is an animal feed additive.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
4-[3-[[2-hydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethyl]amino]butyl]phenol
CAS number
97825-25-7 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C18H23NO3
UNII
57370OZ3P1
InChIKey
YJQZYXCXBBCEAQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C18H23NO3/c1-13(2-3-14-4-8-16(20)9-5-14)19-12-18(22)15-6-10-17(21)11-7-15/h4-11,13,18-22H,2-3,12H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC(CCC1=CC=C(C=C1)O)NCC(C2=CC=C(C=C2)O)O

Synonyms

  • Ractopamina
  • Ractopaminum
  • 4-[3-[[2-hydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethyl]amino]butyl]phenol
  • Benzenemethanol, 4-hydroxy-alpha-(((3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-1-methylpropyl)amino)methyl)-
  • 4-(3-((2-hydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethyl)amino)butyl)phenol
  • 4-hydroxy-alpha-(((3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-1-methylpropyl)amino)methyl)benzenemethanol
  • (+-)-all-rac-p-hydroxy-alpha-(((3-(p-hydroxyphenyl)-1-methylpropyl)amino)methyl)benzyl alcohol
  • 4-(1-hydroxy-2-{[4-(4-hydroxyphenyl)butan-2-yl]amino}ethyl)phenol
  • ractopamin
  • Optaflexx
  • Paylean
  • Tomax
  • Ractopamine?
  • 4-(1-hydroxy-2-((4-(4-hydroxyphenyl)butan-2-yl)amino)ethyl)phenol
  • El 737
  • Benzenemethanol, 4-hydroxy-alpha-[[[3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-1-methylpropyl]amino]methyl]-
  • (+/-)-all-rac-p-Hydroxy-alpha-(((3-(p-hydroxyphenyl)-1-methylpropyl)amino)methyl)benzyl alcohol
  • 755 - Ractopamine (ss-agonist) in meat
  • Ractopamine 1000 microg/mL in Acetonitrile
  • 4-{3-[2-Hydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethyl]amino}butylphenol hydrochloride

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

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Molecular weight
301.39 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
301.1678 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
2.74calc.
Topological polar surface area
72.72 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
4calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
7calc.
Heavy atoms
22calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.33calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
2calc.
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(CCCNCCc2ccccc2)cc1

c1ccc(CCCNCCc2ccccc2)cc1

2 rings, 18 atoms.

117 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

Mesh Heading: Adrenergic beta-agonists.

Veterinary medication:.

Veterinary medication: Ractopamine HCl is an beta-adrenergic receptor (betaAR) ligand that was recently approved for use in swine to enhance carcass leanness.

Use classes: Pharmaceuticals.

Pharmacological actions

  • Adrenergic beta-Agonists

Roles

  • adrenergic agent
  • adrenergic agonist
  • agrochemical
  • animal growth promotant
  • beta-adrenergic agonist
  • beta-adrenergic drug
  • neurotransmitter agent
  • pharmaceutical

How it is made

Preparation of R,R-isomer: J. Mills et al., European patent 7,205 (1980 to Lilly). ... D.B. Anderson et al., US patent 4690951(1987 to Lilly).

Regulatory status

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Health and food

  • Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

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

HS 2922.50Indicative HS code

Amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function

World exports in 2024
$3.29B
−5.9% vs 2023, imports $3.19B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China39.2%
  2. United Kingdom27.1%
  3. India * partner reported4.8%
Top importers
  1. United States20.7%
  2. Germany7.6%
  3. Italy6.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Ractopamine?

4-(1-hydroxy-2-{[4-(4-hydroxyphenyl)butan-2-yl]amino}ethyl)phenol is a secondary amino compound that is 4-(2-amino-1-hydroxyethyl)phenol in which one of the hydrogens attached to the nitrogen is replaced by a 4-(p-hydroxyphenyl)butan-2-yl group.

What is the CAS number of Ractopamine?

The CAS registry number of Ractopamine is 97825-25-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Ractopamine?

The molecular formula of Ractopamine is C18H23NO3 and its molar mass is 301.39 g/mol.

What is Ractopamine used for?

Mesh Heading: Adrenergic beta-agonists. Veterinary medication:. Veterinary medication: Ractopamine HCl is an beta-adrenergic receptor (betaAR) ligand that was recently approved for use in swine to enhance carcass leanness. Use classes: Pharmaceuticals.

Is Ractopamine hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Ractopamine 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 Ractopamine?

Ractopamine is usually classified under HS code 292250 (Amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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