Compound Q&A
How is 2-(Ethylamino)ethanol (CAS: 110-73-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-(Ethylamino)ethanol can be synthesized via the reaction of ethylamine with ethanol using a catalytic amount of a strong acid, such as hydrochloric acid. The process involves the nucleophilic substitution of the hydroxyl group by the amino group from ethylamine. The yield is typically high, and the reaction is selective.
About
CAS No
110-73-6
English Name
2-(Ethylamino)ethanol
Molecular Formula
C4H11NO
Molecular Weight
89.14 g/mol
SMILES
CCNCCO
InChIKey
MIJDSYMOBYNHOT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:19
