Description

6-(Benzyloxy)-α-Chloro-m-Cresol p-Toluenesulfonate is a specialized organic chemical compound, specifically a tosylate ester derivative of a chlorinated cresol. This compound is valued as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for antimicrobial or specialty therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the chlorinated phenolic structure is beneficial.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Serves as a protected/promoted phenol derivative for introducing the (benzyloxy)-chloro-cresol moiety into more complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and performance materials requiring specific phenolic ether functionalities.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Potential use in biochemical research as a probe or inhibitor molecule due to its specific structural features.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	6-(Benzyloxy)-α-Chloro-m-Cresol p-Toluenesulfonate
CAS No.	65615-25-0
Molecular Formula	C21H19ClO4S
Molecular Weight	402.89 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(Benzyloxy)-α-Chloro-m-cresol p-Toluenesulfonate; 2-Chloro-6-(phenylmethoxy)-3-methylphenyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate; α-Chloro-6-benzyloxy-m-cresol Tosylate; 6-Benzyloxy-α-chloro-m-cresol Tosylate; 2-Chloro-6-(benzyloxy)-3-methylphenol Tosylate; (2-Chloro-6-(benzyloxy)-3-methylphenyl) 4-methylbenzenesulfonate; p-Toluenesulfonic acid 2-chloro-6-(phenylmethoxy)-3-methylphenyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 6-(Benzyloxy)-α-Chloro-m-Cresol p-Toluenesulfonate adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized and tested using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor specifications to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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