Description

(S)-(-)-2-Methyl-1-Phenyl-1-Propanol is a chiral secondary alcohol of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its utility as a versatile chiral building block and resolving agent for the production of enantiomerically pure compounds. This product is essential for research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used in the asymmetric synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of chiral ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Chiral Resolving Agent: Employed for the separation of racemic mixtures of acids or other compounds via diastereomeric salt formation.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a chiral synthon for creating specific stereoisomers in high-value aroma chemicals.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A key reagent for methodological development in organic and medicinal chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-(-)-2-Methyl-1-Phenyl-1-Propanol
CAS No.	34857-28-8
Molecular Formula	C10H14O
Molecular Weight	150.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-(-)-2-Methyl-1-phenylpropan-1-ol; (S)-2-Methyl-1-phenyl-1-propanol; L-2-Methyl-1-phenyl-1-propanol; (S)-α-Methylbenzenemethanol; (S)-1-Phenyl-2-methylpropanol; (S)-(-)-1-Phenyl-2-methyl-1-propanol; (S)-Benzenemethanol, α-methyl-; (S)-Sec-Phenethyl Alcohol, 2-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our (S)-(-)-2-Methyl-1-Phenyl-1-Propanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC or GC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (ee)	≥ 99.0%
Specific Rotation [α]D20	-40° to -44° (c=1 in CHCl3)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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