Description

(R)-(+)-1-Phenylethanol is a high-purity chiral aromatic alcohol and a key building block in asymmetric synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a versatile chiral intermediate and resolving agent for the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. This product is essential for R&D and manufacturing chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce stereochemical control into their synthetic pathways.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific (R)-configuration.
• Chiral Resolving Agent: Employed for the separation of racemic mixtures of acids and other compounds via diastereomeric salt formation.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing chiral ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a chiral component in the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological development in organic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-(+)-1-Phenylethanol
CAS No.	1517-69-7
Molecular Formula	C8H10O
Molecular Weight	122.16 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(+)-α-Methylbenzyl Alcohol; (R)-1-Phenylethanol; (R)-(-)-1-Phenylethyl Alcohol (Note: The sign of optical rotation depends on solvent and concentration); (R)-Methylphenylcarbinol; (R)-PEA; (R)-Styralyl Alcohol; (R)-1-Phenylethan-1-ol; (R)-sec-Phenethyl Alcohol
EINECS	216-168-1

Quality Control

Our (R)-(+)-1-Phenylethanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC or GC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess (e.e.), and specific rotation are provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (e.e.)	≥ 99.0%
Specific Rotation [α]D20	+40° to +44° (c=1 in ethanol)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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