Description

2-Ethynylbenzyl Alcohol 97 is a high-purity, versatile organic building block featuring both an ethynyl and a benzyl alcohol functional group. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for constructing novel compounds, including potential drug candidates and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research targeting novel therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides, leveraging its reactive functional groups for structural diversification.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Polymer and Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers, dendrimers, and advanced organic materials where its alkyne group enables click chemistry and other modular assembly techniques.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures through Sonogashira coupling and other alkyne-based transformations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a critical intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, fragrances, and other high-value fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethynylbenzyl Alcohol 97
CAS No.	10602-08-1
Molecular Formula	C9H8O
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Ethynylphenyl)methanol; 2-Ethynylbenzenemethanol; o-Ethynylbenzyl Alcohol; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)phenylacetylene; Benzyl alcohol, 2-ethynyl-; 2-Ethynylbenzylalcohol; 2-Ethynyl-benzyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Ethynylbenzyl Alcohol 97 is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and GC analysis, to ensure it meets the specified purity and identity criteria. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.