Description

1,4-Benzenedimethanol, 2-Hydroxy- is a versatile aromatic diol derivative, also known as 2-Hydroxy-1,4-benzenedimethanol. This compound serves as a valuable multifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering both hydroxyl and benzylic alcohol functionalities for polymer and fine chemical production. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel materials and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the preparation of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring a rigid, substituted benzene core with pendant alcohol groups.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer for the synthesis of specialty polyesters, polyurethanes, and epoxy resins, where it imparts rigidity and influences material properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific structural motifs.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Intermediate in the production of advanced electronic materials requiring precise molecular architecture.
• Cross-linking Agent: Used in coatings, adhesives, and sealants to enhance network formation and durability.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A versatile starting material for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Benzenedimethanol, 2-Hydroxy-
CAS No.	42934-01-0
Molecular Formula	C8H10O3
Molecular Weight	154.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-1,4-benzenedimethanol; 2-Hydroxyterephthalyl Alcohol; 1,4-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2-hydroxybenzene; 2-Hydroxyterephthalaldehyde Diol; 2-Hydroxy-p-xylylene Glycol; 2-Hydroxy-α,α'-p-xylenediol; 2,5-Bis(hydroxymethyl)phenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Benzenedimethanol, 2-Hydroxy- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Specifications can be aligned with research-grade or custom purity requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to 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%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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