Description

Benzyl Alcohol, α-(1-Aminoethyl)-3,5-Dihydroxy-4-Methoxy- (8Ci) is a multifunctional aromatic compound featuring a benzyl alcohol core substituted with amino, hydroxy, and methoxy groups, making it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate. This compound matters for its role in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research where its specific stereochemistry and functional groups are critical for biological activity. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), advanced materials, and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), especially for central nervous system (CNS) agents and receptor-targeted drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific stereochemical configurations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile building block for synthesizing complex fragrance compounds, dyes, and specialty polymers.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and as a standard or reagent in analytical method development.
• Catalyst and Ligand Development: The amino and hydroxy functionalities make it a candidate for developing chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl Alcohol, α-(1-Aminoethyl)-3,5-Dihydroxy-4-Methoxy- (8Ci)
CAS No.	801178-17-6
Molecular Formula	C11H17NO4
Molecular Weight	227.26 g/mol
Synonyms	α-(1-Aminoethyl)-3,5-dihydroxy-4-methoxybenzyl alcohol; 1-(1-Aminoethyl)-2,6-dihydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol; (R/S)-1-(1-Aminoethyl)-2,6-dihydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol; Benzyl alcohol, α-(1-aminoethyl)-3,5-dihydroxy-4-methoxy-; 8CI compound 801178-17-6; Potential Adrenergic agent intermediate; Chiral benzyl alcohol derivative.
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Quality Control

Our Benzyl Alcohol, α-(1-Aminoethyl)-3,5-Dihydroxy-4-Methoxy- (8Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity determination, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee (or as specified)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.