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2-Phenethylamine (hydrochloride)

Item No. 14206

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Synonyms
Synonyms
  • 2-PEA
  • β-Phenylethylamine
  • 2-Phenylethylammonium
Technical Information
Formal Name
benzeneethanamine, monohydrochloride
CAS Number
156-28-5
Molecular Formula
C8H11N • HCl
Formula Weight
157.6
Purity
≥98%
Formulation
A crystalline solid
Solubility(Learn about Variance in Solubility)
DMF: 30 mg/mlDMSO: 30 mg/mlEthanol: 25 mg/mlPBS (pH 7.2): 10 mg/ml
SMILES
NCCC1=CC=CC=C1.Cl
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C8H11N.ClH/c9-7-6-8-4-2-1-3-5-8;/h1-5H,6-7,9H2;1H
InChi Key
SKHIBNDAFWIOPB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Shipping & Storage Information
Storage
-20°C
Shipping
Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere
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    Product Description

    2-Phenethylamine is a natural monoamine alkaloid that acts as neuromodulator in the central nervous system. It stimulates the release of norepinephrine and dopamine and is metabolized by monoamine oxidases as well as other enzymes.1,2,3 This product is intended for forensic and research applications.

    WARNING This product is not for human or veterinary use.

    References & Product Citations
    Product Description References

    1. Nakamura, M., Ishii, A., and Nakahara, D. Characterization of β-phenylethylamine-induced monoamine release in rat nucleus accumbens: A microdialysis study. Eur. J. Pharmacol. 349(2-3), 163-169 (1998).

    2. Yang, H.Y., and Neff, N.H. β-Phenylethylamine: A specific substrate for type B monoamine oxidase of brain. J. Pharmacol. Exp. Ther. 187(2), 365-371 (1973).

    3. Suzuki, O., Katsumata, Y., and Oya, M. Oxidation of β-phenylethylamine by both types of monoamine oxidase: Examination of enzymes in brain and liver mitochondria of eight species. J. Neurochem. 36(3), 1298-1301 (1981).