Description

2-Benzyloxyphenol is a versatile phenolic ether compound of significant interest in organic synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. Its molecular structure, featuring both a phenol and a benzyl protecting group, makes it a valuable key intermediate and building block for the production of more complex molecules. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance sectors seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with phenolic or benzyl-protected functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Acts as an intermediate in the creation of aroma chemicals and synthetic flavors due to its phenolic backbone.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and antioxidants where phenolic compounds are required.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a protecting group for phenols or as a starting material for various coupling and etherification reactions in research and development.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized in the synthesis of certain dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Benzyloxyphenol
CAS No.	6272-38-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₂O₂
Molecular Weight	200.23 g/mol
Synonyms	o-Benzyloxyphenol; 2-(Phenylmethoxy)phenol; Phenol, 2-(phenylmethoxy)-; Benzyl 2-hydroxyphenyl ether; 2-Hydroxyphenyl benzyl ether; O-Benzyl pyrocatechol; (2-Hydroxyphenoxy)methyl]benzene
EINECS	228-450-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Benzyloxyphenol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in the original packaging or amber glass until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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