Description

(R)-(-)-n-Benzyl-2-Phenylglycinol is a high-value, chiral amino alcohol derivative that serves as a critical building block in asymmetric synthesis. Its importance lies in its role as a versatile chiral auxiliary and ligand for the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity chiral intermediates.

Application

• As a key chiral auxiliary in asymmetric carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions.
• Utilized as a precursor or ligand in the synthesis of enantioselective catalysts for pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Intermediate in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with specific stereochemistry.
• Building block for the synthesis of complex natural products and biologically active molecules.
• Used in the development of chiral stationary phases for analytical chromatography.
• Research chemical in methodology development for organic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-(-)-n-Benzyl-2-Phenylglycinol
CAS No.	14231-57-3
Molecular Formula	C15H17NO
Molecular Weight	227.30 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(-)-2-(Benzylamino)-1-phenylethanol; (R)-N-Benzyl-2-phenylglycinol; (R)-2-(Benzylamino)-2-phenylethanol; (1R)-2-(Benzylamino)-1-phenylethanol; (R)-N-Benzyl-2-amino-2-phenylethanol; (R)-α-(Benzylaminomethyl)benzyl alcohol; (R)-Benzyl(2-hydroxy-2-phenylethyl)amine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (R)-(-)-n-Benzyl-2-Phenylglycinol is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity determination by HPLC, to meet the exacting standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for prolonged use to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
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.