Description

3-Hydroxy-3,3-Diphenylpropionic Acid is a versatile organic compound featuring a diphenyl-substituted propionic acid backbone with a hydroxyl group at the beta position. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and fine chemical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a diphenyl moiety.
• Chiral Synthesis: Serves as a precursor or auxiliary in the preparation of enantiomerically pure compounds due to its prochiral center.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating novel ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal complexation.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties.
• Academic & Institutional Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-3,3-Diphenylpropionic Acid
CAS No.	3609-48-1
Molecular Formula	C15H14O3
Molecular Weight	242.27 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3-Diphenyl-3-hydroxypropionic Acid; β-Hydroxy-β,β-diphenylpropionic Acid; 3-Hydroxy-3,3-diphenylpropanoic Acid; Diphenylhydroxypropionic Acid; NSC 163044; 3,3-Diphenyl-3-hydroxypropanoic Acid; Benzenepropanoic acid, β-hydroxy-β-phenyl-
EINECS	222-783-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-3,3-Diphenylpropionic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are provided and available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158 - 162 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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