Aminomethyl propanol

Aminomethyl propanol (AMP) is an organic compound with the formula H2NC(CH3)2CH2OH.

[2] Aminomethyl propanol is typically sold as a solution of the material in water, for which different concentrations are available.

Aminomethyl propanol can be produced by the hydrogenation of 2-aminoisobutyric acid or its esters.

[3] Aminomethyl propanol is used for the preparation of buffer solutions.

[6] Aminomethyl propanol is used as an intermediate the synthesis of fepradinol, isobucaine, and radafaxine.

NFPA 704 four-colored diamond Health 2: Intense or continued but not chronic exposure could cause temporary incapacitation or possible residual injury. E.g. chloroform Flammability 2: Must be moderately heated or exposed to relatively high ambient temperature before ignition can occur. Flash point between 38 and 93 °C (100 and 200 °F). E.g. diesel fuel Instability 0: Normally stable, even under fire exposure conditions, and is not reactive with water. E.g. liquid nitrogen Special hazards (white): no code