Description

1-Hydroxy-3-(4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxyphenyl)-2-Propanone is a high-purity, fine chemical intermediate with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the production of pharmaceuticals, flavors, and functional materials. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for complex synthesis pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex phenolic or ketone backbones.
• Flavor and Fragrance Synthesis: Used in the production of sophisticated aroma chemicals and flavoring agents due to its vanillin-related structural motif.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing novel crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules, including natural product analogs.
• Functional Material Development: Investigated for use in polymer chemistry and the creation of specialty materials with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Hydroxy-3-(4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxyphenyl)-2-Propanone
CAS No.	4899-74-5
Molecular Formula	C10H12O4
Molecular Weight	196.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-3-oxo-1-propanol; 1-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-1,3-propanedione; 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl-3-oxopropyl alcohol; Vanillylacetone; Zingerone (Note: Zingerone typically refers to the saturated form); 4-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-2-butanone precursor; 3-Oxo-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)propan-1-ol; 1,3-Propanedione, 1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Hydroxy-3-(4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxyphenyl)-2-Propanone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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 for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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