Description

Benzenemethanol, α-[(4-Methoxyphenoxy)Methyl]- is a specialized aromatic ether-alcohol compound with the CAS registry number 29556-89-6. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate or building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of more complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of advanced electronic display and lighting materials.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: A versatile reagent for constructing complex ether and alcohol-containing molecules in academic and industrial labs.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Synthesis: Potential intermediate for creating aromatic compounds used in specialty chemical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, α-[(4-Methoxyphenoxy)Methyl]-
CAS No.	29556-89-6
Molecular Formula	C15H16O3
Molecular Weight	244.29 g/mol
Synonyms	α-[(4-Methoxyphenoxy)methyl]benzenemethanol; 1-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)-1-phenylmethanol; (4-Methoxyphenoxy)(phenyl)methanol; Benzyl alcohol, α-(p-methoxyphenoxy)-; (RS)-1-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)-1-phenylethanol (Note: verify specific isomer); p-Methoxyphenoxy(phenyl)methanol; 1-Phenyl-1-(4-methoxyphenoxy)methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Our products undergo comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and assay. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment. We can support development projects with custom purity grades and analytical method development upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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