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R-(-)-2-Amino-1-butanol

SKU 24885258 CAS 5856-63-3 C4H11NO MW 89.14 Available on enquiry

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R-(-)-2-Amino-1-butanol is a chiral amino alcohol used in pharmaceutical synthesis and as a building block in organic chemistry. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic amine odor. Available with a CAS number of 5856-63-3, molecular formula C4H11NO, and molecular weight 89.14 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature. Hazard classification includes signal word Danger. Molekula supplies R-(-)-2-Amino-1-butanol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
24885258
CAS Number
5856-63-3
IUPAC Name
(2R)-2-aminobutan-1-ol
EC Number
227-476-4
Molecular Formula
C4H11NO
Molecular Weight
89.14
Exact Mass
89.0841
SMILES
CC[C@H](CO)N
InChIKey
JCBPETKZIGVZRE-SCSAIBSYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C4H11NO/c1-2-4(5)3-6/h4,6H,2-3,5H2,1H3/t4-/m1/s1
PubChem CID
2723856

Synonyms

  • (-)-2-Aminobutanol
  • (2R)-2-aminobutan-1-ol
  • (R)-2-Aminobutan-1-ol
  • (R)-2-AMINOBUTANOL
  • 1-Butanol, 2-amino-, (2R)-
  • 1-Butanol, 2-amino-, (R)-
  • 1-Butanol, 2-amino-, (theta)-
  • 2-Amino-1-butanol, (-)-
  • 2-Amino-1-butanol, (R)-
  • H-Ala-Oet HCl

Frequently asked questions

What is R-(-)-2-Amino-1-butanol used for?

It is primarily used as a chiral building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?

The formula is C4H11NO with a molecular weight of 89.14 g/mol.

How should R-(-)-2-Amino-1-butanol be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.

What grade is available?

Available in technical grade; custom purity options may be available upon request.

Can Molekula supply it in bulk?

Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with the order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 2000 from ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified facilities. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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