Description

3-(Methoxymethyl)Benzenemethanol is a versatile aromatic alcohol derivative with a methoxymethyl functional group, serving as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, containing both a benzylic alcohol and a methoxymethyl ether, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific functionalities into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing benzylic alcohol and ether moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific aromatic ether-alcohol structures.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and epoxy resins to modify flexibility and reactivity.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Synthesis: Intermediate for creating complex aromatic compounds used in high-value fragrance and flavor formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent in research laboratories for nucleophilic substitution reactions, protection/deprotection strategies, and multi-step synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Methoxymethyl)Benzenemethanol
CAS No.	522622-95-3
Molecular Formula	C9H12O2
Molecular Weight	152.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Methoxymethyl)benzyl alcohol; (3-(Methoxymethyl)phenyl)methanol; m-(Methoxymethyl)benzyl alcohol; Benzenemethanol, 3-(methoxymethyl)-; 3-Methoxymethylbenzyl alcohol; 1-(Methoxymethyl)-3-(hydroxymethyl)benzene
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Quality Control

Our 3-(Methoxymethyl)Benzenemethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are provided to guarantee compliance with your project specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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