Amphetamine – Analytical Reference Standard

Chemical Identity

• Chemical Name: 1-Phenylpropan-2-amine

• Synonyms: Amphetamine, α-Methylphenethylamine

• Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₃N

• Molecular Weight: 135.21 g/mol

• CAS Number: 300-62-9 (free base)

• Common Salt Form: Amphetamine sulfate (CAS: 60-13-9)

Chemical Structure

Representative structural diagrams showing the phenethylamine backbone and α-methyl substitution.

Product Description (Research Use Only)

Amphetamine is a well-characterized phenethylamine compound widely studied in pharmaceutical, forensic, and analytical chemistry. In laboratory environments, it is used as a certified reference standard for:

• Forensic drug identification and toxicology

• Pharmaceutical analysis and quality control

• Calibration of HPLC, GC-MS, and LC-MS systems

This material is supplied strictly for analytical and scientific research purposes.

Not for human or veterinary use. Not for consumption.

Purity & Analytical Testing

• Purity: ≥ 99% (analytical standard grade)

Testing Methods

• High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

• Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)

• Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS)

• Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR)

Quality Assurance

• Verified identity and purity for each batch

• Manufactured under controlled laboratory conditions

• Traceable standards (where applicable)

Documentation

• Certificate of Analysis (CoA) included

• Batch-specific chromatograms and spectra available

Physical Characteristics

• Appearance: White crystalline powder (salt form) or clear liquid (free base)

• Form: Solid or liquid depending on form supplied

• Solubility: Water-soluble (salt form), soluble in organic solvents

Safety & Handling Guidelines

Handling

• Use appropriate PPE (gloves, lab coat, eye protection)

• Handle within a controlled laboratory environment

• Avoid inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area

• Protect from light and moisture

• Keep container tightly sealed

Risk Notice

• Pharmacologically active substance

• Potentially hazardous if mishandled

• Follow institutional chemical hygiene and safety protocols

Regulatory & Compliance Notice

Amphetamine is a controlled substance in many jurisdictions.

This product is supplied strictly for:

• Licensed laboratories

• Authorized research institutions

• Certified analytical applications

By requesting or purchasing, you confirm:

• You are legally authorized to handle controlled substances

• You will comply with all applicable regulations

• The material will not be used for unauthorized purposes

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