Description

Bromomagnesium α-Methyl-α-Phenylbenzenemethanolate is a highly reactive Grignard reagent, a cornerstone intermediate in modern synthetic organic chemistry. Its value lies in its ability to act as a powerful nucleophile for the formation of carbon-carbon bonds, enabling the synthesis of complex tertiary alcohols and other valuable structures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise molecular construction is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing tertiary alcohol or diarylalkylmethanol motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific sterically hindered architectures.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and performance materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A vital reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in organic chemistry laboratories.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of organometallic complexes and catalysts.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of organic monomers or precursors for polymeric and advanced electronic materials.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Bromomagnesium α-Methyl-α-Phenylbenzenemethanolate
CAS No.	68986-36-7
Molecular Formula	C14H13BrMgO
Molecular Weight	301.46 g/mol
Synonyms	Bromomagnesium α-Methyl-α-phenylbenzenemethanolate; (1-Phenyl-1-phenylethoxy)magnesium bromide; α-Methyl-α-phenylbenzenemethanol, magnesium bromide derivative; Grignard reagent of 1,1-Diphenylethanol; Magnesium, bromo(1-phenyl-1-phenylethanolato)-; 1,1-Diphenylethanol Grignard reagent; Bromo(1-phenyl-1-phenylethanolato)magnesium
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Quality Control

Every batch of our Bromomagnesium α-Methyl-α-Phenylbenzenemethanolate is manufactured and tested under stringent quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure product integrity and batch-to-batch consistency, which is critical for sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and solvent content is supplied with each shipment. Our quality protocols are designed to meet the exacting standards of GMP and ISO-guided environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly reactive and moisture-sensitive nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation from exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Solution in specified solvent (e.g., THF, Diethyl ether)
Assay (Titration)	0.5 M to 2.0 M in solvent (Custom concentrations available)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Active Grignard reagent)
Identification (IR/NMR)	Conforms to structure
Solvent	As specified (Typical: Tetrahydrofuran)

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