Description

(2-Chloro-Phenyl)-Phenyl-Methanol CAS NO 6954-45-6 is a versatile diarylmethanol derivative, a key chiral intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functional group, which serves as a crucial building block for constructing complex molecular architectures in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for applications such as ligand synthesis and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its diarylmethanol scaffold.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis, such as phosphines and N,P-ligands.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multistep synthesis of specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including new C-C bond formation and reduction/oxidation protocols.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Chloro-Phenyl)-Phenyl-Methanol
CAS No.	6954-45-6
Molecular Formula	C13H11ClO
Molecular Weight	218.68 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chlorobenzhydrol; (2-Chlorophenyl)(phenyl)methanol; α-(2-Chlorophenyl)benzenemethanol; Benzhydrol, 2'-chloro-; 2-Chloro-α-phenylbenzenemethanol; (o-Chlorophenyl)phenylcarbinol; NSC 403697; 2-Chlorodiphenylmethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Chloro-Phenyl)-Phenyl-Methanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability, especially after the original container is opened.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.