N,N-Dimethylphenylethylamine is a substituted phenethylamine derivative characterized by a phenethyl backbone with a terminal dimethylated amine. This compound belongs to the broader class of aromatic amines commonly encountered in organic synthesis and analytical chemistry. Due to its relatively simple molecular architecture, it is frequently referenced in chromatographic method development, spectroscopic characterization, and structure-activity relationship investigations involving substituted phenethylamine analogs. IsoPep Sciences supplies this material exclusively as a laboratory research chemical for analytical and scientific investigation.
Chemical Profile
Chemical Name: N,N-Dimethylphenylethylamine
IUPAC Name: N,N-Dimethyl-2-phenylethan-1-amine
CAS Number: 1126-71-2
Molecular Formula: C<sub>10</sub>H<sub>15</sub>N
Molecular Weight: 149.23 g/mol
Chemical Class: Tertiary aromatic amine
Synonyms:
- N,N-DMPEA
- N,N-Dimethyl-2-phenethylamine
- Dimethylphenethylamine
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid (supplier-dependent)
Purity: ≥99% (batch-specific)
Structural Characteristics
N,N-Dimethylphenylethylamine consists of a phenyl ring connected through a two-carbon ethyl linker to a tertiary dimethyl-substituted amino group. The molecule contains a single aromatic ring and a flexible alkyl side chain terminating in a tertiary amine. It contains no stereogenic centers and therefore exists as a single achiral molecular species. The tertiary amine contributes to characteristic physicochemical properties relevant to chromatographic separation, spectroscopic analysis, and salt formation.
Analytical Considerations
Typical laboratory characterization may include:
- High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
- Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)
- Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS)
- Proton Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (^1H NMR)
- Carbon-13 Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (^13C NMR)
- Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
Batch-specific Certificates of Analysis should be referenced when available.
Handling & Storage
- Store in a tightly sealed container.
- Protect from excessive heat, moisture, and direct sunlight.
- Store at controlled room temperature unless otherwise specified.
- Handle using appropriate laboratory PPE.
- Use only in properly equipped laboratory environments.
Research Use Disclaimer
This product is supplied exclusively for legitimate laboratory research, analytical testing, and scientific investigation. It is not intended for human consumption, veterinary use, therapeutic applications, food use, cosmetic use, or household use. Researchers are responsible for handling this material in accordance with applicable laboratory safety procedures and regulations.