Description

(2,6-Dichloro-3-Methylphenyl)Methanol CAS NO 1378814-84-6 is a high-purity, synthetically valuable aromatic alcohol derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with dichlorinated aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its substituted phenyl methanol structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of chiral ligands or metal-organic complexes for asymmetric catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Versatile starting material for academic and industrial research into new organic reactions and methodologies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other high-value fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2,6-Dichloro-3-Methylphenyl)Methanol
CAS No.	1378814-84-6
Molecular Formula	C8H8Cl2O
Molecular Weight	191.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dichloro-3-methylbenzyl alcohol; (2,6-Dichloro-m-tolyl)methanol; 1-(2,6-Dichloro-3-methylphenyl)methanol; 2,6-Dichloro-3-methylbenzenemethanol; α-Hydroxymethyl-2,6-dichloro-3-methylbenzene; 3-Methyl-2,6-dichlorobenzyl alcohol; Benzyl alcohol, 2,6-dichloro-3-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2,6-Dichloro-3-Methylphenyl)Methanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent batch-to-batch performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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