Description

4-Chloro-2-Methylbenzyl Alcohol 97 is a versatile chlorinated benzyl alcohol derivative that serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a reactive hydroxyl group and a chlorinated aromatic ring system, enabling the construction of complex molecules for high-value applications. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for synthesizing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated to alter the properties of polymers, such as thermal stability and solubility.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of complex dyes and organic pigments.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Valuable substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki and Heck couplings for creating biaryl structures.
• Chemical Research: Essential reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological development and novel compound library synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2-Methylbenzyl Alcohol 97
CAS No.	129716-11-6
Molecular Formula	C8H9ClO
Molecular Weight	156.61 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Chloro-2-methylphenyl)methanol; 2-Methyl-4-chlorobenzyl alcohol; 1-(Chloro-4-methyl-2)methanol; 4-Chloro-o-tolylcarbinol; α-Hydroxymethyl-4-chloro-2-methylbenzene; 4-Chloro-2-methylbenzenemethanol; 2-Methyl-4-chlorophenylmethanol; 4-Chloro-2-methylbenzylalcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-2-Methylbenzyl Alcohol 97 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the defined specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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