Description

3-Amino-3-(Hydroxymethyl)-1-(4-Octylphenyl)-1,4-Butanediol is a specialized amino diol derivative featuring a hydrophobic octylphenyl group. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical production. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for creating active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical intermediate for the synthesis of chiral drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Building block in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Chiral ligand or catalyst precursor in asymmetric synthesis.
• Monomer or chain extender in the production of specialty polyurethanes and polyamides.
• Intermediate for agrochemicals, such as herbicides or plant growth regulators.
• Research chemical for biochemical studies and proteomics.
• Starting material for surfactants or emulsifiers with specific hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB).

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-3-(Hydroxymethyl)-1-(4-Octylphenyl)-1,4-Butanediol
CAS No.	162361-49-1
Molecular Formula	C19H33NO3
Molecular Weight	323.47 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Butanediol, 3-amino-3-(hydroxymethyl)-1-(4-octylphenyl)-; 3-Amino-3-(hydroxymethyl)-1-(p-octylphenyl)-1,4-butanediol; 1-(4-Octylphenyl)-3-amino-3-(hydroxymethyl)-1,4-butanediol; Amino Diol Derivative CAS 162361-49-1; (3-Amino-3-(hydroxymethyl)-1-(4-octylphenyl)butane-1,4-diol); 4-Octylphenyl Amino Diol Intermediate
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and GC to verify identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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