Description

2,4,5-Trimethylbenzyl Alcohol CAS NO 4393-05-9 is a versatile aromatic alcohol derivative, serving as a crucial chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the sterically hindered benzyl structure, which is instrumental for introducing specific functionalities and modulating the properties of target molecules. This compound is essential for research chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring sterically hindered benzyl-protecting groups or chiral centers.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where the trimethyl-substituted ring enhances stability and bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used in the development of organic electronic materials due to its ability to modify molecular alignment and charge transport properties.
• Perfumery & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing musky or woody aroma chemicals, leveraging its stable aromatic backbone.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or chain transfer agent in the production of specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical characteristics.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various name reactions for introducing the 2,4,5-trimethylbenzyl moiety into more complex organic frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,5-Trimethylbenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	4393-05-9
Molecular Formula	C10H14O
Molecular Weight	150.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(2,4,5-Trimethylphenyl)methanol; 2,4,5-Trimethylbenzenemethanol; α-Hydroxymethyl-1,2,4-trimethylbenzene; 1-Hydroxymethyl-2,4,5-trimethylbenzene; Benzyl alcohol, 2,4,5-trimethyl-; TMB Alcohol
EINECS	224-520-8

Quality Control

Our 2,4,5-Trimethylbenzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance protocols. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for critical R&D and scale-up processes.

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 sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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