Description

m-Xylene-4,Alpha,Alpha'-Triol is a specialized aromatic triol derivative of m-xylene, serving as a versatile and high-purity chemical building block. Its unique structure, featuring three hydroxyl groups, makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals, advanced polymers, and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to introduce specific hydroxyl functionality and aromatic rigidity into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in creating molecules with specific stereochemistry and solubility profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its aromatic core provides structural stability.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a cross-linking agent or chain extender in the synthesis of high-performance epoxy resins, polyurethanes, and phenolic resins, enhancing thermal and mechanical properties.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic dyes, pigments, and photoinitiators due to its reactive hydroxyl groups.
• Ligand & Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation processes.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable compound for methodological development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	m-Xylene-4,Alpha,Alpha'-Triol
CAS No.	2937-60-2
Molecular Formula	C8H10O3
Molecular Weight	154.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-5-hydroxybenzene; 5-Hydroxy-1,3-benzenedimethanol; 1,3-Di(hydroxymethyl)-5-hydroxybenzene; 5-Hydroxyisophthalyl alcohol; m-Xylene-α,α',4-triol; Isophthalaldehyde, 5-hydroxy-, dihydrate (tautomer); 2937-60-2; 5-Hydroxy-1,3-benzenedicarbinol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our m-Xylene-4,Alpha,Alpha'-Triol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and loss on drying to verify moisture content. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated synthesis pathways.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Single Maximum Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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