alpha-Phthalimidopropiophenone

CAS NO.：19437-20-8
Empirical Formula: C17H13NO3
Molecular Weight: 279.29
MDL number: MFCD00060520
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Update Date: 2025-08-20 16:56:16

What is alpha-Phthalimidopropiophenone?

Description

α-Phthalimidopropiophenone is a cathinone analog that has been identified in capsules being distributed by the illicit drug market. The substitution of the phthalimido moiety for the typical α-amino group may increase the stability of this cathinone in storage. Alternatively, similar nitrogen-protected propiophenones have been shown to be metabolized in vivo to produce cathinone, suggesting that this compound may act as a prodrug. The physiological and toxicological properties of this compound are not known. This product is intended for forensic and research applications.

The Uses of alpha-Phthalimidopropiophenone

α-Phthalimidopropiophenone is a cathinone related phenylethylamine. The phthalamide addition at the nitrogen increases the stability of the cathinone in storage. Potential prodrug.

Properties of alpha-Phthalimidopropiophenone

Melting point:	87-88°C
Boiling point:	447.2±28.0 °C(Predicted)
Density	1.304±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
solubility	DMF: 30 mg/ml; DMF:PBS (pH 7.2) (1:1): 0.5 mg/ml; DMSO: 20 mg/ml; Ethanol: 10 mg/ml
form	A crystalline solid
pka	-2.45±0.20(Predicted)
CAS DataBase Reference	19437-20-8(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	«ALPHA»-phthalimidopropiophenone(19437-20-8)