Description

1,1'-Binaphthyl-2,2'-Dimethanol is a high-purity chiral diol compound, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its rigid, axially chiral binaphthyl backbone, which is essential for constructing sophisticated molecular architectures with specific stereochemical properties. This product is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for applications such as asymmetric catalysis and chiral ligand synthesis.

Application

• Synthesis of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis (e.g., hydrogenation, oxidation).
• Building block for novel pharmaceuticals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Precursor for advanced materials, including liquid crystals and polymers with specific optical properties.
• Development of molecular sensors and receptors due to its conformational rigidity.
• Intermediate in agrochemical research for creating enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Key starting material for BINOL and related derivatives used in stereoselective synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1'-Binaphthyl-2,2'-Dimethanol
CAS No.	3594-94-3
Molecular Formula	C22H18O2
Molecular Weight	314.38 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2'-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,1'-binaphthyl; (R)-(+)-1,1'-Bi-2-naphthol Dimethyl Ether; BINOL-Dimethanol; 1,1'-Bi-2-naphtholdimethanol; 2,2'-Dihydroxymethyl-1,1'-binaphthyl; (RS)-1,1'-Binaphthyl-2,2'-dimethanol; BINAM; BINOL-derived diol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,1'-Binaphthyl-2,2'-Dimethanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral purity is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	Contact for details
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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