Description

(1R)-1-(3-Chlorophenyl)Ethanol is a high-purity chiral alcohol intermediate of significant importance in asymmetric synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry makes it a valuable building block for the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This compound is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides and herbicides, where the specific stereoisomer can be critical for biological activity and environmental safety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric hydrogenation and other stereoselective transformations.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in the research and development of advanced materials, liquid crystals, and specialty polymers requiring specific optical properties.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reference standard and starting material for methodological development in organic and medicinal chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1R)-1-(3-Chlorophenyl)Ethanol
CAS No.	120121-01-9
Molecular Formula	C8H9ClO
Molecular Weight	156.61 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-1-(3-Chlorophenyl)ethanol; (R)-3-Chloro-α-methylbenzyl alcohol; (1R)-1-(3-Chlorophenyl)ethan-1-ol; (R)-(-)-1-(3-Chlorophenyl)ethanol; (+)-(R)-1-(3-Chlorophenyl)ethanol; 1-(3-Chlorophenyl)ethanol, (1R)-; (R)-m-Chloro-α-methylbenzyl alcohol; (R)-1-(m-Chlorophenyl)ethanol
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Quality Control

Our (1R)-1-(3-Chlorophenyl)Ethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure compliance with customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
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.