2-Chloroethylamine hydrochloride

The primary role of 2-chloroethylamine hydrochloride is to provide the chloroethyl groups that form the backbone of the final carmustine molecule. 2-Chloroethylamine hydrochloride serves as a key intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of carmustine (BCNU), an important chemotherapy drug.

CAS No 870-24-6
Molecular Formula C2H6ClN.ClH
Molecular Weight 115.99 g/mol
Synonyms 2-chloroethanamine;hydrochloride

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