Description

3-Phenanthrenemethanol is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of polycyclic aromatic alcohols. This specialty chemical serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry, enabling the development of complex molecular architectures. It is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where precise chemical functionality is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific activity profiles.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the creation of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Valuable chiral building block and ligand precursor for asymmetric synthesis and catalytic processes.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity standard in chromatographic analysis and method development for quality control laboratories.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and pigments with enhanced properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Phenanthrenemethanol
CAS No.	22863-78-1
Molecular Formula	C15H12O
Molecular Weight	208.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxymethylphenanthrene; Phenanthren-3-ylmethanol; (Phenanthren-3-yl)methanol; 3-(Hydroxymethyl)phenanthrene; 3-Phenanthrenecarbinol; NSC 403714; 3-Phenanthrenylmethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Phenanthrenemethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area 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
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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