1-(2-Methylphenyl)propan-2-amine

CAS: 5580-32-5

Ref. 3D-FAA58032

Product Information

• Name: 1-(2-Methylphenyl)propan-2-amine
• Synonyms: Ortetamine
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 1-(2-Methylphenyl)propan-2-amine is a fatty acid ester that is used as an excipient in pharmaceutical dosage forms. It is used to increase the viscosity of drug solutions and suspensions, and to provide a protective coating for tablets. 1-(2-Methylphenyl)propan-2-amine is insoluble in water, but soluble in organic solvents such as alcohols and acetone. It can be prepared by reacting a primary amine with a fatty acid chloride or anhydride. The compound has been shown to have high affinity for 5HT2A receptors in vitro, which may account for its psychoactive effects.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 149.23 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₀H₁₅N
• Purity: Min. 95%