Description

Phenol, 2-Cyclohexyl-4-(1-Phenylethyl)- is a specialized phenolic compound with a unique sterically hindered structure, offering distinct chemical properties for advanced synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the development of high-performance materials and fine chemicals, where its specific substitution pattern is critical. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for creating novel molecules with tailored functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring sterically hindered phenolic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its phenolic core provides specific bioactivity.
• Polymer Science & Additives: Acts as a monomer or functional additive in the development of specialty polymers, antioxidants, and stabilizers for high-performance plastics and resins.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in custom synthesis and catalysis for creating complex organic molecules in research and pilot-scale manufacturing.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in developing novel organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, or advanced coatings due to its specific molecular architecture.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenol, 2-Cyclohexyl-4-(1-Phenylethyl)-
CAS No.	62737-77-3
Molecular Formula	C20H24O
Molecular Weight	280.41 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyclohexyl-4-(1-phenylethyl)phenol; 4-(1-Phenylethyl)-2-cyclohexylphenol; 2-Cyclohexyl-4-(α-methylbenzyl)phenol; Phenol, o-cyclohexyl-p-(α-methylbenzyl)-; (2-Cyclohexyl-4-(1-phenylethyl)phenyl) alcohol; 2-Cyclohexyl-4-(α-phenylethyl)phenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Phenol, 2-Cyclohexyl-4-(1-Phenylethyl)- adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis including identification, assay, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are provided and 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, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its nature as an easily oxidized compound, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation of quality. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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