Description

β-Hydroxy-(1,1'-Biphenyl)-4-Propanoic Acid is a specialized biphenyl derivative organic compound. This chemical serves as a crucial high-purity intermediate for the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical actives and fine chemicals. It is primarily required by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material science sectors seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in anti-inflammatory and metabolic disease research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a core structure in the development of organic electronic materials.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate for creating complex molecules used in catalysis and specialty polymers.
• Research & Development: Essential reference standard and starting material in academic and industrial organic chemistry labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Hydroxy-(1,1'-Biphenyl)-4-Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	71315-37-2
Molecular Formula	C15H14O3
Molecular Weight	242.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-(2-Carboxyethyl)-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-ol; 3-[4'-(1,1'-Biphenyl)-4-yl]-3-hydroxypropanoic acid; 3-(4'-Hydroxybiphenyl-4-yl)-3-hydroxypropionic acid; Biphenyl-4-propanoic acid, β-hydroxy-; 4'-(2-Carboxyethyl)-4-hydroxybiphenyl; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-propanoic acid, β-hydroxy-; BHBP; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our β-Hydroxy-(1,1'-Biphenyl)-4-Propanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly closed in a dry and inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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