Description

Benzenemethanol, Alpha,2,4,6-Tetramethyl-, Propanoate, (Alphar)- (9Ci) is a specialized organic ester compound with a complex, multi-substituted aromatic structure. This high-purity chemical intermediate is valued for its unique steric and electronic properties, which make it a critical building block in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research and development laboratories and fine chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon or protecting group in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where specific stereochemistry is required.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials due to its bulky aromatic moiety.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential use as an intermediate for synthesizing high-value aroma chemicals with specific olfactory profiles.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including reactions testing steric hindrance and regioselectivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, Alpha,2,4,6-Tetramethyl-, Propanoate, (Alphar)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	785784-20-5
Molecular Formula	C15H22O2
Molecular Weight	234.33 g/mol
Synonyms	(αR)-α,2,4,6-Tetramethylbenzenemethanol propanoate; (R)-1-(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)ethyl propionate; Alphar-Tetramethylbenzyl Propionate; Propanoic acid, (αR)-α,2,4,6-tetramethylbenzenemethyl ester; Benzenemethanol, α,2,4,6-tetramethyl-, propanoate, (αR)-; (R)-2,4,6-Trimethyl-α-methylbenzyl propionate
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Quality Control

Every batch of Benzenemethanol, Alpha,2,4,6-Tetramethyl-, Propanoate, (Alphar)- (9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess meet the exacting standards required for research and commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage under an inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.