Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Ethylamine HCl (CAS: 557-66-4)?
Answer
Ethylamine HCl, also known as N-ethylpiperidine hydrochloride (CAS: 557-66-4), is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 105.62 g/mol. It has a high solubility in water and organic solvents. Chemically, it is a weak acid and can react with bases to form ethylamine. Ethylamine HCl is less reactive than free ethylamine but still requires careful handling due to its irritant properties.
About
CAS No
557-66-4
English Name
Ethylamine HCl
Molecular Formula
C2H8ClN
Molecular Weight
81.55 g/mol
SMILES
CCN.Cl
InChIKey
XWBDWHCCBGMXKG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 08:06
