Description

3-Hydroxyphenethyl Alcohol is a versatile aromatic alcohol derivative, also known as 3-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenol, serving as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both phenolic and primary alcohol groups, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with adrenergic or neurological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its phenolic moiety.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent for creating specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials with specific optical properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals and fragrance compounds.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and material science applications.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized as an intermediate in the production of certain dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxyphenethyl Alcohol
CAS No.	13398-94-2
Molecular Formula	C8H10O2
Molecular Weight	138.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenol; 2-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanol; m-Hydroxyphenethyl Alcohol; 3-Hydroxyphenylethanol; 1-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)-2-ethanol; 3-Hydroxybenzeneethanol; 3-HPEA; 3-Hydroxy-β-phenylethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxyphenethyl Alcohol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the required specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, related substances, and residual solvents. We are committed to consistent quality and supply reliability for your critical processes.

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, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to minimize potential oxidation.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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