Description

1,1-Diphenylethanol is a versatile secondary alcohol and a key synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique structure, featuring two phenyl groups attached to a single carbon bearing a hydroxyl group, which makes it a valuable building block for pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals. This compound is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for applications such as chiral synthesis and ligand preparation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring diphenylmethyl or benzhydryl motifs.
• Chiral Auxiliary & Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of chiral ligands and auxiliaries for asymmetric catalysis and stereoselective synthesis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a building block in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or chain transfer agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.
• Research & Development: A standard reagent in academic and industrial R&D for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Diphenylethanol
CAS No.	599-67-7
Molecular Formula	C14H14O
Molecular Weight	198.26 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Methylbenzhydrol; (1-Hydroxyethyl)diphenylmethane; 1,1-Diphenylethyl alcohol; Benzhydrol, α-methyl-; Diphenylmethylcarbinol; 1-Phenylethyl phenyl ketone reduction product; α-Phenylethyl phenyl carbinol
EINECS	209-966-2

Quality Control

Our 1,1-Diphenylethanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by IR and NMR, and purity determination by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	78°C - 82°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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