OriginDerived from propylene oxide and ammonia, both petrochemical starting materials from crude oil refining. Synthesized through nucleophilic addition reaction between ammonia and propylene oxide under controlled temperature and pressure.
2-amino-2-methyl-1-propanol appears as a clear light colored liquid. Insoluble in water and about the same density as water. Flash point 172 °F. Used to make other chemicals.
Solubility MISCIBLE WITH WATER; SOL IN ALCOHOLS
Formula
C4H11NO
Mol. Weight
89.14
CAS #
124-68-5
Form
Liquid
State
2-amino-2-methyl-1-propanol appears as a clear light colored liquid. Insoluble in water and about the same density as water. Flash point 172 °F. Used to make other chemicals.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Buffering
Fights Acne
Maintains optimal pH
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed2 papers →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
8 studies / 8 not sensitizing (CIR 136 and 502)
Eye Irritant in Testing
7 studies / 7 irritating / reactions minimal to mild (CIR 136 and 502)
Mixed Skin Irritation Results
14 studies / 4 irritating / 1 mixed / 9 not irritating / reactions minimal to severe (CIR 136 and 502)
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