Description

3-(o-Tolyloxy)-1-Propanol is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of aryloxy propanols. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique structural motif that combines an aromatic ether linkage with a terminal hydroxyl group. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted phenoxypropyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or precursor for materials with specific optical and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for constructing complex molecules in medicinal chemistry and material science R&D.
• Surfactant & Additive Precursor: Potential intermediate for producing non-ionic surfactants and specialty additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(o-Tolyloxy)-1-Propanol
CAS No.	52448-99-4
Molecular Formula	C10H14O2
Molecular Weight	166.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Propanol, 3-(2-methylphenoxy)-; 3-(2-Methylphenoxy)-1-propanol; 2-Methylphenoxypropanol; o-Cresyl glycidyl ether, hydrolyzed; o-Tolyl glyceryl ether; 2-Methylphenyl 3-hydroxypropyl ether; 3-(2-Tolyloxy)propan-1-ol; Glyceryl o-tolyl ether
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Quality Control

Our 3-(o-Tolyloxy)-1-Propanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and chromatographic data are available upon request. We support custom purity grades, from technical to high-purity research standards.

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, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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