Description

(S)-2-Phenylbutane-1,4-Diol is a chiral diol building block of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its defined stereochemistry, which is crucial for producing enantiomerically pure compounds in pharmaceutical and advanced material applications. This product is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for use as a key chiral intermediate.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific stereocenters.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis, such as in hydrogenation or oxidation reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances where optical purity is critical.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce chiral phenyl groups into polymer backbones for advanced material properties.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable compound for methodological development in organic synthesis and stereochemistry studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-2-Phenylbutane-1,4-Diol
CAS No.	61548-77-4
Molecular Formula	C10H14O2
Molecular Weight	166.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Phenyl-1,4-butanediol; (S)-1,4-Dihydroxy-2-phenylbutane; (2S)-2-Phenylbutane-1,4-diol; (S)-(-)-2-Phenyl-1,4-butanediol; 2-Phenyl-1,4-butanediol, (S)-; L-2-Phenyl-1,4-butanediol; (S)-2-Phenylbutanediol; Phenylbutanediol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (S)-2-Phenylbutane-1,4-Diol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess are available for every shipment upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. For long-term storage, consider the use of a desiccant.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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