Description

1,4-Diphenylbut-2-Yne-1,4-Diol CAS NO 4482-17-1 is a versatile organic building block characterized by its unique diol and alkyne functionalities flanked by phenyl groups. This compound matters for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of complex molecules, enabling the construction of chiral centers and rigid molecular frameworks. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for applications ranging from drug discovery to polymer synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis, enhancing the efficiency and selectivity of chemical transformations.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Sonogashira coupling and other reactions to construct complex organic architectures for agrochemicals and fine chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new reaction pathways in synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Diphenylbut-2-Yne-1,4-Diol
CAS No.	4482-17-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₄O₂
Molecular Weight	238.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Diphenyl-2-butyne-1,4-diol; Diphenylbutynediol; 2-Butyne-1,4-diol, 1,4-diphenyl-; 1,4-Diphenylbut-2-yne-1,4-diol; NSC 406913; But-2-yne-1,4-diol, 1,4-diphenyl-; α,α'-Diphenyl-2-butyne-α,α'-diol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Diphenylbut-2-Yne-1,4-Diol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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