Description

3-(1-Hydroxyethyl)Phenylboronic Acid is a versatile boronic acid derivative characterized by its hydroxymethyl-substituted phenyl ring, which enhances its solubility and reactivity profile. This compound serves as a critical building block in modern synthetic organic chemistry, particularly for Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions, enabling the efficient construction of complex biaryl structures. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity intermediates for drug discovery, catalyst development, and functional polymer synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, especially those containing biaryl motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Material Science: Building block for organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing novel palladium catalysts and chiral ligands for asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Utilized in the development of molecular probes and sensors due to its boronic acid group's affinity for diols.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer for creating functionalized polymers with specific chemical handles for further modification.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(1-Hydroxyethyl)Phenylboronic Acid
CAS No.	1036760-03-8
Molecular Formula	C8H11BO3
Molecular Weight	165.98 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-(1-Hydroxyethyl)phenyl)boronic acid; 3-(1-Hydroxyethyl)benzeneboronic acid; m-(1-Hydroxyethyl)phenylboronic Acid; 1-[3-(Borono)phenyl]ethanol; 3-(α-Hydroxyethyl)phenylboronic Acid; B-[3-(1-Hydroxyethyl)phenyl]boronic acid; 3-(1-Hydroxyethyl)benzeneboronic acid pinacol ester (common protected form)
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Quality Control

Our 3-(1-Hydroxyethyl)Phenylboronic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and identity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment ensures material consistency and reliability for your critical research and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent decomposition. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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