Description

3-Benzo[1,3]Dioxol-5-Yl-2-Methyl-Propan-1-Ol is a versatile aromatic alcohol derivative, structurally related to safrole and other phenylpropanoids, which serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value proposition lies in providing a functionalized benzodioxole scaffold for constructing complex molecules with specific pharmacological or agrochemical activities. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, fragrance, and agrochemical industries for use as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing new pesticides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators that leverage the benzodioxole moiety for bioactivity.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a starting material for creating novel aromatic compounds and specialty odorants due to its complex, oxygenated structure.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for methodological studies, such as asymmetric synthesis, cross-coupling reactions, or heterocycle formation.
• Material Science Precursor: Can be utilized in the development of specialty polymers, resins, or ligands for catalytic systems where its phenolic and alcoholic functionalities are advantageous.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Benzo[1,3]Dioxol-5-Yl-2-Methyl-Propan-1-Ol
CAS No.	1446-84-0
Molecular Formula	C11H14O3
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(2-Hydroxy-1-methylethyl)-1,3-benzodioxole; 2-Methyl-3-(1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl)propan-1-ol; 1,3-Benzodioxole-5-propanol, α-methyl-; 3-(1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl)-2-methyl-1-propanol; α-Methyl-1,3-benzodioxole-5-propanol; 2-Methyl-3-(benzo[d][1,3]dioxol-5-yl)propan-1-ol
EINECS	215-898-9

Quality Control

Our 3-Benzo[1,3]Dioxol-5-Yl-2-Methyl-Propan-1-Ol is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and industrial synthesis. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) with data from GC, HPLC, and NMR, to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliable supply for critical development pipelines.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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