Description

3-Ethyl-2-Methylbenzyl Alcohol is a versatile aromatic alcohol derivative with a unique substitution pattern on the benzene ring. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its reactivity and structural features. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries for the development of active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a building block for creating specific aromatic notes in high-value perfumery and flavor compositions.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research and development for constructing complex organic molecules, including ligands and functional materials.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a standard or starting material in academic and industrial chemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethyl-2-Methylbenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	55262-15-2
Molecular Formula	C10H14O
Molecular Weight	150.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3-ethylbenzyl alcohol; (3-Ethyl-2-methylphenyl)methanol; 1-(3-Ethyl-2-methylphenyl)methanol; Benzenemethanol, 3-ethyl-2-methyl-; 3-Ethyl-o-tolylcarbinol
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Quality Control

Our 3-Ethyl-2-Methylbenzyl Alcohol is produced under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for use in sensitive applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen to preserve stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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