Description

(R)-1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Ethanol is a high-value chiral alcohol and a key intermediate in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and specialty chemical synthesis for creating advanced materials.

Application

• As a crucial chiral intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for cardiovascular and central nervous system drugs.
• In the research and development of novel agrochemicals, including herbicides and fungicides, where chirality influences biological activity.
• For the preparation of liquid crystals and advanced polymeric materials requiring specific optical properties.
• As a starting material or resolving agent in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis within fine chemical production.
• In academic and industrial laboratories for methodological development in stereoselective organic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Ethanol
CAS No.	1517-70-0
Molecular Formula	C9H12O2
Molecular Weight	152.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol; (R)-p-Methoxy-α-methylbenzyl alcohol; (R)-(-)-1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethyl alcohol; (R)-4-Methoxy-α-methylbenzenemethanol; (R)-1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethan-1-ol; (R)-HMPE; (R)-Mandelic acid 4-methyl ether derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (R)-1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Ethanol is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation measurement. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Optical Rotation [α]D20	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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