Description

p-Hydroxyphenyl-4-Butanol is a versatile phenolic alcohol intermediate of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl group and a flexible butanol chain, makes it a valuable building block for creating more complex functional molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams, as well as production chemists, in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring phenolic or benzyl alcohol motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its phenolic structure can be functionalized.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or intermediate for producing specialty polymers, epoxy resins, and liquid crystal materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules, including natural product analogs and novel chemical entities.
• UV Stabilizer & Antioxidant Precursor: Utilized in the development of additives for plastics, coatings, and cosmetics due to its phenolic antioxidant potential.
• Flavor & Fragrance Intermediate: Can be used in the synthesis of certain aroma chemicals and fragrance components.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	p-Hydroxyphenyl-4-Butanol
CAS No.	86223-05-4
Molecular Formula	C10H14O2
Molecular Weight	166.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)butan-1-ol; 4-(p-Hydroxyphenyl)-1-butanol; 4-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)butanol; 1-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-4-butanol; p-(4-Hydroxybutyl)phenol; 4-Hydroxy-4'-phenylbutanol; PHB (context-specific)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our p-Hydroxyphenyl-4-Butanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, appearance, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.