Description

2-Hydroxy-2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-Phenyl-Acetic Acid is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of α-hydroxy acids, valued for its unique structural motif that serves as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its significance lies in providing a versatile chiral building block for the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. This product is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries who require high-purity intermediates for API synthesis and material science applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating complex organic molecules in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing.
• Material Science: Potential application in the synthesis of specialty polymers and liquid crystals due to its aromatic and functional groups.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for methodological development in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-Phenyl-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	4237-50-7
Molecular Formula	C15H14O4
Molecular Weight	258.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-hydroxy-2-phenylacetic acid; α-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzeneacetic acid, α-phenyl-; (4-Methoxyphenyl)(phenyl)glycolic acid; 2-Hydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylacetic acid; 2-Phenyl-2-hydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid; (RS)-2-Hydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylacetic acid; Benzeneacetic acid, α-hydroxy-4-methoxy-α-phenyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Hydroxy-2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-Phenyl-Acetic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is manufactured and tested in facilities that follow cGMP principles where applicable. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, ensuring it meets the rigorous standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and performance. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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