Description

(+,-) A-(Methylaminomethyl)Benzyl Alcohol Benzoate is a chiral organic compound that serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. Its significance lies in its structural versatility, which enables the synthesis of complex molecules with high stereochemical control. This product is primarily needed by the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for research and development, particularly in the creation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the production of complex, high-value specialty chemicals requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides where stereoisomerism affects biological activity.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a critical reagent in organic chemistry research for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the preparation of chiral ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+,-) A-(Methylaminomethyl)Benzyl Alcohol Benzoate
CAS No.	80997-83-7
Molecular Formula	C16H17NO2
Molecular Weight	255.31 g/mol
Synonyms	α-[(Methylamino)methyl]benzyl alcohol benzoate; (±)-α-[(Methylamino)methyl]benzyl benzoate; Benzoic acid, (α-[(methylamino)methyl]benzyl) ester; 1-Phenyl-2-(methylamino)ethanol benzoate; (RS)-α-[(Methylamino)methyl]benzyl alcohol benzoate; (R*,S*)-α-[(Methylamino)methyl]benzyl alcohol benzoate; N-Methyl-1-phenyl-2-aminoethanol benzoate
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, purity, and chiral integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing batch-specific results. Our quality management system supports the needs of cGMP and ISO-certified manufacturing environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (Racemic mixture)
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.