Description

Diphenyl(4-Pyridyl)Methanol is a versatile organic compound featuring a pyridine core flanked by two phenyl groups and a hydroxyl moiety, making it a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials, where its specific structure enables precise molecular modifications. It is primarily needed by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in creating novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of organic electronic materials and advanced polymers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A standard reagent in organic chemistry laboratories for method development and novel compound library synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diphenyl(4-Pyridyl)Methanol
CAS No.	1620-30-0
Molecular Formula	C18H15NO
Molecular Weight	261.32 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Pyridyl)diphenylmethanol; 4-(Hydroxydiphenylmethyl)pyridine; α-Pyrid-4-ylbenzhydrol; Benzhydrol, 4-pyridyl-; 4-(Diphenylhydroxymethyl)pyridine; 4-Pyridyldiphenylmethanol; 4-(Hydroxy(diphenyl)methyl)pyridine; NSC 404087
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Diphenyl(4-Pyridyl)Methanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). As with many fine organic chemicals, prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures, moisture, or direct light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.