Description

β-Ethoxyphenethyl Alcohol is a versatile aromatic alcohol intermediate with a phenethyl backbone modified by an ethoxy substituent. This structural motif makes it a valuable building block in organic synthesis, particularly for creating more complex molecules with specific functional properties. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), potentially for cardiovascular or central nervous system drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where its aromatic structure is incorporated.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a starting material for creating novel aromatic compounds with floral or sweet notes for perfumery.
• Liquid Crystal and Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or intermediate for synthesizing specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various reactions, including etherification, esterification, and alkylation, to introduce the β-ethoxyphenethyl moiety.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical entities and synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Ethoxyphenethyl Alcohol
CAS No.	36747-96-3
Molecular Formula	C10H14O2
Molecular Weight	166.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Ethoxyphenyl)ethanol; 4-Ethoxyphenethyl Alcohol; 2-(p-Ethoxyphenyl)ethanol; p-Ethoxyphenethyl Alcohol; 4-Ethoxybenzeneethanol; Benzenethanol, 4-ethoxy-; (4-Ethoxyphenyl)ethanol
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Quality Control

Our β-Ethoxyphenethyl Alcohol is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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