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Phenibut HCl – Compound Overview & Research Information

Phenibut HCl (β-phenyl-γ-aminobutyric acid hydrochloride) is a synthetic derivative of the naturally occurring inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA. First developed in the 1960s, the compound has been studied in various scientific contexts, including neurochemistry, receptor activity, and structure–function analysis. Phenibut HCl is commonly used as a reference standard, research material, or laboratory compound in academic and industrial settings.

Chemical Information

  • Name: Phenibut Hydrochloride

  • Synonyms: β-Phenyl-GABA HCl, Phenigamma

  • CAS Number: 3060-41-1

  • Molecular Formula: C10H14ClNO2

  • Form: Crystalline powder

  • Solubility: Water-soluble

  • Purity: Varies by supplier (commonly ≥98%)

Applications

Phenibut HCl is used in:

  • Neuroscience research

  • Receptor binding studies

  • Structure–activity relationship (SAR) analysis

  • Pharmacological modeling

  • Chemical reference or standardization

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