Description

(S)-α-(Bromomethyl)Benzyl Alcohol CAS NO 76155-80-1 is a high-value chiral building block and key synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both a reactive bromomethyl group and a benzylic alcohol, makes it indispensable for constructing complex, stereochemically defined molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of chiral active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and cardiovascular diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel chiral polymers and liquid crystals with specific optical properties.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and stereochemistry studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-α-(Bromomethyl)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	76155-80-1
Molecular Formula	C8H9BrO
Molecular Weight	201.06 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-(-)-α-(Bromomethyl)benzyl alcohol; (S)-α-Bromomethylbenzyl alcohol; (S)-1-Bromo-1-phenylethanol; (S)-1-Phenyl-1-bromoethanol; (S)-1-Bromo-1-phenylethan-1-ol; (S)-Bromomethyl phenyl carbinol; (S)-O-Bromomethylbenzenemethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (S)-α-(Bromomethyl)Benzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.