Aminomethyl Propanol
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 2-Amino-2-methyl-1-propanol, 124-68-5, 2-Aminoisobutanol, Aminomethylpropanol, Isobutanol-2-amine, 1-Propanol, AMP Regular, 2-AMINO-2-METHYLPROPANOL, Amp-95, 2-Methyl-2-aminopropanol
Synthetic
Not Clean
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.
Functions
Buffering
Fights Acne
Maintains optimal pH
Traditional Use
Synthetic buffering agent developed in the mid-20th century for cosmetic formulations. Created to regulate pH in skincare and color cosmetic products for improved stability.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed2 papers →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR