Description

o-Xylene-3,Alpha,Alpha'-Triol is a specialized aromatic triol derivative, a high-purity chemical building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring three hydroxyl groups on an o-xylene backbone, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing compounds with specific stereochemistry and bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Serves as a multifunctional monomer or cross-linking agent for producing high-performance resins, coatings, and adhesives with enhanced thermal or chemical resistance.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: The hydroxyl groups provide sites for modification to create complexing agents for metal catalysis or extraction processes.
• Fine Chemical and Dye Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic dyes, pigments, and other high-value fine chemicals.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and material science research.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	o-Xylene-3,Alpha,Alpha'-Triol
CAS No.	7369-27-9
Molecular Formula	C8H10O3
Molecular Weight	154.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-3-hydroxybenzene; 3-Hydroxy-1,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)benzene; 1,2-Benzenedimethanol, 3-hydroxy-; 3-Hydroxyphthalyl Alcohol; o-Xylene-α,α',3-triol; 3-Hydroxy-o-xylene-α,α'-diol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our o-Xylene-3,Alpha,Alpha'-Triol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

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	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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