2-Hydroxybenzylamine

2-Hydroxybenzylamine (also known as 2-HBA) is a chemical compound that belongs to the class of organic compounds known as benzylamines. These are organic compounds containing a benzyl group that is substituted at the nitrogen atom by an amine.

Chemical Structure

2-Hydroxybenzylamine is a monoaromatic primary amine that consists of benzylamine bearing a hydroxy substituent at position 2. It has a role as a metabolite. The systematic name of this compound is 2-(aminomethyl)phenol.

Properties

2-Hydroxybenzylamine has a molecular formula of C7H9NO and a molecular weight of 123.15 g/mol. It is a solid at room temperature and is soluble in water. It has a melting point of 65-68 °C and a boiling point of 254 °C.

Applications

2-Hydroxybenzylamine has been used in the synthesis of various pharmaceutical compounds. It is also used as a building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules.

Safety

As with all chemicals, 2-Hydroxybenzylamine should be handled with care. It may cause skin and eye irritation, and may be harmful if swallowed or inhaled.

See Also

• Benzylamine
• Amine
• Hydroxy

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