Description

2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-Ethanol is a versatile phenolic alcohol compound with significant industrial and research utility. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl group and a primary alcohol, makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and fine chemical sectors seeking a reliable building block for antioxidants, UV absorbers, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with antioxidant properties.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Used in the formulation of skin care products as a stabilizer and as a precursor for ingredients with preservative or anti-aging functions.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Serves as a monomer or chain modifier in the production of specialty phenolic resins and high-performance polymers.
• Antioxidant Synthesis: A crucial precursor for manufacturing synthetic antioxidants like BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene) analogs used in food packaging, plastics, and fuels.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic synthesis to introduce the hydroxyphenethyl moiety into target molecules for agrochemicals and dyes.
• Research & Development: Utilized in biochemical and pharmacological research as a standard or reagent for studying phenolic compound metabolism and activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-Ethanol
CAS No.	50-94-0
Molecular Formula	C8H10O2
Molecular Weight	138.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxyphenethyl Alcohol; 2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanol; 4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenol; p-Hydroxyphenethyl Alcohol; Tyrosol; 2-(p-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanol; Phenylethyl Alcohol, 4-Hydroxy-; Salicyl Alcohol, 4-Hydroxy-
EINECS	200-064-4

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-Ethanol is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, to meet the stringent requirements of our global clientele. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	91 - 94 °C
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.