Description

2-(4-Methylphenyl)Propan-2-Ol is a versatile aromatic alcohol compound, also known as p-Methylcumyl alcohol. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its specific steric and electronic properties. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials.
• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: Employed as a precursor for certain aroma chemicals and fragrance compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Serves as a versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized as a substrate or ligand precursor in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-(4-Methylphenyl)Propan-2-Ol
CAS No.	1197-01-9
Molecular Formula	C10H14O
Molecular Weight	150.22 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Methylcumyl Alcohol; 1-(4-Methylphenyl)-1-methylethanol; 2-(p-Tolyl)propan-2-ol; (4-Methylphenyl)dimethylcarbinol; 2-(4-Methylphenyl)-2-propanol; p-Tolyl Dimethyl Carbinol; α,α-Dimethyl-p-tolylmethanol
EINECS	214-823-8

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Methylphenyl)Propan-2-Ol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all relevant specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.