Description

(2-Phenylcyclopropyl)Methanol CAS NO 61826-40-2 is a versatile chiral building block and synthetic intermediate characterized by its unique cyclopropane ring fused to a benzyl alcohol moiety. This compound matters for its role in facilitating the construction of complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced materials. It is needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in asymmetric synthesis and medicinal chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of bioactive molecules and potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its rigid cyclopropane structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in enantioselective transformations.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing molecular probes to study enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and process chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Phenylcyclopropyl)Methanol
CAS No.	61826-40-2
Molecular Formula	C10H12O
Molecular Weight	148.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenylcyclopropanemethanol; (2-Phenylcyclopropyl)carbinol; trans-2-Phenylcyclopropanemethanol; 2-Phenylcyclopropylmethanol; Benzenemethanol, α-(cyclopropyl)-; α-(Cyclopropyl)benzyl alcohol; (2-Phenyl-1-cyclopropyl)methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Phenylcyclopropyl)Methanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assessment and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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