Description

3,4-Bis(Benzyloxy)Benzyl Alcohol is a versatile aromatic alcohol derivative characterized by its benzyl-protected diol structure. This compound serves as a crucial advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a valuable building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and cardiovascular diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides due to its aromatic backbone.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex organic molecules used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain extender in the production of specialty polymers and resins with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in protecting group strategies and as a nucleophile in various carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bond-forming reactions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of complex aromatic compounds used in high-value fragrances.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Bis(Benzyloxy)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	1699-58-7
Molecular Formula	C21H20O3
Molecular Weight	320.38 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Di-O-benzylbenzyl alcohol; 3,4-Bis(phenylmethoxy)benzenemethanol; 1-(3,4-Bis(benzyloxy)phenyl)methanol; Benzenemethanol, 3,4-bis(phenylmethoxy)-; 3,4-Dibenzyloxybenzyl alcohol; (3,4-Bis(benzyloxy)phenyl)methanol; NSC 403796
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Bis(Benzyloxy)Benzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for use as a pharmaceutical intermediate. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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). The compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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