The molecule is a primary amine compound having benzyl as the N-substituent. It has been isolated from Moringa oleifera (horseradish tree). It has a role as an EC 3.5.5.1 (nitrilase) inhibitor, a plant metabolite and an allergen. It is a primary amine and an aralkylamine. It is a conjugate base of a benzylaminium.
phenylmethanamine