Description

Alpha,α-Diethylphenethyl Alcohol is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of tertiary alcohols. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, offering versatility for fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for constructing specific molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring a phenethyl alcohol backbone with specific alkyl substitutions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where its structural motif can contribute to biological activity.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for the development of novel aromatic compounds and flavoring agents due to its phenyl and alcohol functional groups.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for various organic transformations, including Grignard reactions and as a chiral auxiliary in some asymmetric syntheses.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alpha,α-Diethylphenethyl Alcohol
CAS No.	34577-40-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₈O
Molecular Weight	178.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethyl-2-phenylbutan-1-ol; 1-Butanol, 2-ethyl-2-phenyl-; α,α-Diethylbenzenemethanol; Benzenemethanol, α,α-diethyl-; Phenethyl alcohol, α,α-diethyl-; (2-Ethyl-2-phenylbutyl) alcohol
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer-specific requirements. Each batch is analyzed using advanced techniques such as GC, HPLC, and NMR to confirm identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request, providing full traceability and quality assurance for your R&D and production processes.

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 and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.