Tryptamine, 5-methyl
2-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethanamine
CAS: 1821-47-2
Molecular Formula: C11H14N2
Tryptamine, 5-methyl - Names and Identifiers
| Name | 2-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethanamine |
| Synonyms | 5-MeT 5-Methyltryptamine Tryptamine, 5-methyl 5-Methyl-3-(aminoethyl)indole 3-(aminoethyl)-5-methyl-indol 5-Methyl-1H-Indole-3-ethanaMine 5-METHYLTRYPTAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE Indole, 3-(aminoethyl)-5-methyl- 1H-Indole-3-ethanamine, 5-methyl 3-(2-Aminoethyl)-5-methyl-1H-indole 2-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethanamine |
| CAS | 1821-47-2 |
| EINECS | 213-777-8 |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C11H14N2/c1-8-2-3-11-10(6-8)9(4-5-12)7-13-11/h2-3,6-7,13H,4-5,12H2,1H3 |
Tryptamine, 5-methyl - Physico-chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C11H14N2 |
| Molar Mass | 174.24 |
| Density | 1.126 |
| Melting Point | 290-292°C |
| Boling Point | 355.3±27.0 °C(Predicted) |
| pKa | 17.38±0.30(Predicted) |
| Storage Condition | 0-6°C |
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Tryptamine, 5-methyl - Risk and Safety
| Safety Description | S22 - Do not breathe dust. S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. |
| WGK Germany | 3 |
| FLUKA BRAND F CODES | 10 |
Tryptamine, 5-methyl - Introduction
2-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethanamine is an organic compound with the chemical formula C6H5CH2NHCH3, also known as 5-methylbenzylamine. The following is an introduction to its nature, use, formulation and safety information:
Nature:
-Appearance: colorless liquid
-relative molecular mass: 121.19
-Melting point:-16 ℃
-Boiling Point: 193-194 ℃
-Density: 0.94g/cm³
-Slightly soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents, and can react with acids to form salts.
Use:
- 2-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethanamine can be used as a raw material for dyes and pigments for dye synthesis.
-It is also commonly used in organic synthesis reactions as an aminating reagent or a carbon-based combining reagent.
-In the field of medicine, 2-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethanamine can be used as a precursor for narcotics and painkillers.
Method:
2-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethanamine can be obtained by reacting benzoyl chloride with methylamine. The specific steps are as follows:
1. Add benzoyl chloride slowly to the methylamine solution.
2. After the reaction is complete, nitrogen is introduced until the solution no longer produces bubbles.
3. Filtration yields the product, which can be further purified.
Safety Information:
- 2-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethanamine is irritating and contact with skin and eyes should be avoided.
-it is sensitive to air and moisture, sealed preservation.
-During use, you should pay attention to protective measures, such as wearing protective glasses and gloves to ensure good ventilation.
-If inhalation or ingestion occurs, seek medical attention immediately.
Nature:
-Appearance: colorless liquid
-relative molecular mass: 121.19
-Melting point:-16 ℃
-Boiling Point: 193-194 ℃
-Density: 0.94g/cm³
-Slightly soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents, and can react with acids to form salts.
Use:
- 2-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethanamine can be used as a raw material for dyes and pigments for dye synthesis.
-It is also commonly used in organic synthesis reactions as an aminating reagent or a carbon-based combining reagent.
-In the field of medicine, 2-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethanamine can be used as a precursor for narcotics and painkillers.
Method:
2-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethanamine can be obtained by reacting benzoyl chloride with methylamine. The specific steps are as follows:
1. Add benzoyl chloride slowly to the methylamine solution.
2. After the reaction is complete, nitrogen is introduced until the solution no longer produces bubbles.
3. Filtration yields the product, which can be further purified.
Safety Information:
- 2-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethanamine is irritating and contact with skin and eyes should be avoided.
-it is sensitive to air and moisture, sealed preservation.
-During use, you should pay attention to protective measures, such as wearing protective glasses and gloves to ensure good ventilation.
-If inhalation or ingestion occurs, seek medical attention immediately.
Last Update：2024-04-09 02:00:43
