Description

1-(2,5-Dichlorophenyl)Ethanol is a versatile chlorinated aromatic alcohol intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive hydroxyl group and a substituted phenyl ring, enabling its use in constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those requiring a dichlorophenyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the chlorinated aromatic structure provides biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized organic compounds used in electronic displays.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Can be incorporated into polymer chains to alter physical properties like solubility and thermal stability.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities in academic and industrial labs.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2,5-Dichlorophenyl)Ethanol
CAS No.	1475-12-3
Molecular Formula	C8H8Cl2O
Molecular Weight	191.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dichloro-α-methylbenzyl Alcohol; (2,5-Dichlorophenyl)methylcarbinol; 1-(2,5-Dichlorophenyl)ethan-1-ol; α-Methyl-2,5-dichlorobenzyl Alcohol; 2,5-Dichloro-α-methylbenzenemethanol; 1-(2,5-Dichlorophenyl)ethyl Alcohol; Benzenemethanol, 2,5-dichloro-α-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2,5-Dichlorophenyl)Ethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.