Journal Published Online: 01 April 1985
Volume 30, Issue 2

Di-( -Phenylisopropyl)amine in Illicit Amphetamine

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

Illicit amphetamine samples frequently contain di-(β-phenylisopropyl)amine as a main impurity. Its formation during the Leuckart synthesis is discussed. A method for synthesis is given. Special attention is given to its stereoisomerism. Analytical data are presented; the role of the compound in the comparison of illicit amphetamine samples is discussed.

Author Information

Huizer, H
Drug Investigation Section, Forensic Science Laboratory of the Ministery of Justice, Rijswijk, The Netherlands
Brussee, H
Subfaculty of Pharmacy, University of Leiden, The Netherlands
Poortman-van der Meer, AJ
Drug Investigation Section, Forensic Science Laboratory of the Ministery of Justice, Rijswijk, The Netherlands
Pages: 12
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Stock #: JFS11822J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS11822J