Description

Benzenemethanol, 2-Chloro-A-[[(1,1-Dimethylethyl)Amino]Methyl]-4-Hydroxy-, Hydrochloride (1:1) is a specialized organic salt of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters as a key chiral intermediate or building block for the development of complex, high-value molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals where precise molecular architecture is critical.

Application

• As a chiral intermediate in the synthesis of novel pharmaceutical compounds and active ingredients (APIs).
• Utilized in asymmetric synthesis for constructing molecules with specific stereochemistry.
• Potential building block for agrochemical research, including the development of new herbicides or plant growth regulators.
• Used in academic and industrial R&D for methodological studies in organic and medicinal chemistry.
• Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of more complex ligands or catalysts used in chemical transformations.
• Employed in the development of diagnostic reagents or specialty fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 2-Chloro-A-[[(1,1-Dimethylethyl)Amino]Methyl]-4-Hydroxy-, Hydrochloride (1:1)
CAS No.	71960-74-2
Molecular Formula	C13H21Cl2NO2
Molecular Weight	294.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-α-[[(1,1-dimethylethyl)amino]methyl]-4-hydroxybenzenemethanol hydrochloride; 2-Chloro-α-[(tert-butylamino)methyl]-4-hydroxybenzyl alcohol hydrochloride; 4-Hydroxy-2-chloro-α-[(tert-butylamino)methyl]benzyl alcohol hydrochloride; (R/S)-2-Chloro-α-[(tert-butylamino)methyl]-4-hydroxybenzyl alcohol hydrochloride; tert-Butylamino(2-chloro-4-hydroxybenzyl)methanol hydrochloride; CAS 71960-74-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We offer material suitable for research and development purposes, with typical purity levels meeting the requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (by HPLC), and impurity profiles are available upon request. Our quality management system supports the production of consistent, high-purity material for critical B2B applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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