Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Phenylethanamine hydrochloride (CAS: 156-28-5)?
Answer
2-Phenylethanamine hydrochloride is a crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 145.67 g/mol. It is soluble in water and ethanol. Chemically, it is mildly acidic due to the presence of the hydrochloride ion. The compound is stable under normal conditions but can react with bases to form the free amine. It is often used in pharmaceutical applications and has good solubility in organic solvents.
About
CAS No
156-28-5
English Name
2-Phenylethanamine hydrochloride (1:1)
Molecular Formula
C8H12ClN
Molecular Weight
157.644 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)CCN.Cl
InChIKey
SKHIBNDAFWIOPB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:19
