fenylethylamine

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phenylethylamine
an aromatically substituted aliphatic amine, C6H5.C2H4NH2, which is a neurotransmitter in the brain; it has pharmacological properties similar to amphetamine
(Kimya) Phenethylamine, or â-Phenylethylamine, is an alkaloid and monoamine. In the human brain, it is believed to function as a neuromodulator or neurotransmitter (trace amine). Phenethylamine is a natural compound biosynthesized from the amino acid phenylalanine by enzymatic decarboxylation. It is also found in many foods such as chocolate, especially after microbial fermentation. It has been suggested that phenethylamine from food may have psychoactive effects in sufficient quantities. However, it is quickly metabolized by the enzyme MAO-B, preventing significant concentrations from reaching the brain
an aromatically substitued aliphatic amine, C{6}H{5}.C{2}H{4}NH{2}, which is a neurotransmitter in the brain; it has pharmacological properties similar to amphetamine