Description

Benzenemethanol, -α--Ethyl--α-,2-Dimethyl-, (+)- (9Ci) is a chiral, optically active benzylic alcohol derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block or intermediate for constructing complex molecules with high stereochemical purity. Pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical R&D laboratories need it for the development of enantiomerically pure active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) agents and other therapeutic compounds requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the specific (+)-enantiomer can be critical for bioactivity and environmental safety.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Acts as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis to induce high enantioselectivity in reactions like hydrogenation and alkylation.
• Fine Chemical and Flavor/Fragrance Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals and specialty fine chemicals where the benzylic alcohol structure and chirality impart specific olfactory or functional properties.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reference standard and starting material in methodological development for stereoselective synthesis and mechanistic studies within chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, -α--Ethyl--α-,2-Dimethyl-, (+)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	470665-35-1
Molecular Formula	C11H16O
Molecular Weight	164.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(+)-α-Ethyl-α,2-dimethylbenzenemethanol; (+)-1-Phenyl-2-methylbutan-1-ol; (S)-1-Phenyl-2-methylbutan-1-ol (likely); Benzenemethanol, α-ethyl-α,2-dimethyl-, (+)-; α-Ethyl-α,2-dimethylbenzyl alcohol; (1S)-1-Phenyl-2-methyl-1-butanol; Chiral benzylic alcohol derivative; Optically active benzylic alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing key parameters such as enantiomeric excess (ee), chemical purity, and identity confirmation. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients in regulated development pipelines.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material may be sensitive to oxidation; consider storage under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation of quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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