Description

7-Phenyl-1-heptanol is a versatile aromatic primary alcohol with a linear seven-carbon chain, identified by CAS NO 3208-25-1. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis, prized for its bifunctional nature which allows for selective chemical transformations at either the aromatic ring or the terminal hydroxyl group. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries for the synthesis of more complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a lipophilic phenylalkyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of certain pesticides and herbicides where its structure contributes to biological activity and environmental persistence profiles.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for musk-like odorants and other aromatic compounds due to its phenyl and alcohol functional groups.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Research: Serves as a monomer or mesogenic core component in the development of advanced materials with specific optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial research for carbon chain elongation, Grignard reactions, and as a protected synthon.
• Surface Active Agent Precursor: Can be derivatized to produce non-ionic surfactants for specialized industrial formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Phenyl-1-heptanol
CAS No.	3208-25-1
Molecular Formula	C13H20O
Molecular Weight	192.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Heptanol, 7-phenyl-; 7-Phenylheptan-1-ol; 7-Phenyl-1-heptyl alcohol; ω-Phenylheptyl alcohol; Heptylphenyl alcohol; (7-Phenylheptyl)alcohol; Benzeneheptanol; FEMA 4569
EINECS	221-732-6

Quality Control

Our 7-Phenyl-1-heptanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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