Description

2,3-Dichloro-α-Methylbenzenemethanol is a versatile chlorinated aromatic alcohol derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized benzylic position and halogen substituents, enabling precise molecular construction for complex chemical targets. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the dichloro-substituted aromatic ring is essential for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) used in asymmetric catalysis and material science.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers requiring specific halogenated aromatic structures for performance characteristics.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and functional group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dichloro-α-Methylbenzenemethanol
CAS No.	54798-91-3
Molecular Formula	C9H8Cl2O
Molecular Weight	203.07 g/mol
Synonyms	(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)(1-hydroxyethyl)benzene; α-Methyl-2,3-dichlorobenzyl alcohol; 1-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)ethanol; 2,3-Dichloro-α-methylbenzyl alcohol; Benzenemethanol, 2,3-dichloro-α-methyl-; (RS)-1-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)ethanol; rac-1-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)ethan-1-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,3-Dichloro-α-Methylbenzenemethanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

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	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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