Description

(4'-Methylbiphenyl-4-Yl)-Methanol is a versatile biphenyl derivative featuring a hydroxymethyl functional group. This compound is a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its structural rigidity and potential for further functionalization. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing new generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a core structure in the research and production of advanced organic electronic materials, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of novel chiral ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polymer backbones to enhance thermal stability, rigidity, or optical properties of specialty engineering plastics and epoxy resins.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A fundamental reagent for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions and for constructing complex polycyclic aromatic systems in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4'-Methylbiphenyl-4-Yl)-Methanol
CAS No.	79757-92-9
Molecular Formula	C14H14O
Molecular Weight	198.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-methylbiphenyl; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-methanol, 4'-methyl-; 4-Methyl-4'-biphenylmethanol; p-Tolylphenylcarbinol; (4-Methyl[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl)methanol; 4'-(Hydroxymethyl)-p-terphenyl (common misnomer, corrects to biphenyl); 4-Methylbiphenyl-4-carbinol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4'-Methylbiphenyl-4-Yl)-Methanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 aligned practices for traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.