Description

2,2-Diphenylethanol is a versatile organic compound featuring a diphenyl-substituted ethanol structure, making it a valuable intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its unique sterically hindered secondary alcohol group is crucial for applications requiring specific chiral or bulky molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing advanced materials and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring diphenylmethyl or benzhydryl motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of certain herbicides and fungicides where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Intermediate for creating specific aromatic compounds with desirable olfactory properties.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce phenyl groups into polymer chains, altering physical properties like rigidity and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new carbon-carbon bond formation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Diphenylethanol
CAS No.	1883-32-5
Molecular Formula	C14H14O
Molecular Weight	198.26 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Phenylbenzenemethanol; (Diphenylmethyl)methanol; Benzhydrylcarbinol; 1,1-Diphenylethanol; 2,2-Diphenylethan-1-ol; Diphenylmethyl carbinol; NSC 406913; α-Hydroxydiphenylmethane
EINECS	217-531-5

Quality Control

Our 2,2-Diphenylethanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures reliable batch-to-batch consistency and traceability for your critical applications.

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. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	60 - 64 °C
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.