Description

Benzenemethanol, 3,5-Dimethyl-α-Phenyl-, (Alphas)- (9Ci) is a chiral benzhydrol derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate for the development of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to incorporate complex, stereodefined molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a stereogenic benzhydrol center.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Serves as a chiral auxiliary or starting material in catalytic asymmetric reactions to construct enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the research and preparation of novel chiral ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate for the production of chiral pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is crucial for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: A building block for chiral polymers, liquid crystals, or advanced organic materials with specific optical properties.
• Reference Standard: Utilized as an analytical standard for method development and quality control in chiral separation techniques like HPLC.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 3,5-Dimethyl-α-Phenyl-, (Alphas)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	807632-32-2
Molecular Formula	C15H16O
Molecular Weight	212.29 g/mol
Synonyms	(αS)-α-Phenyl-3,5-dimethylbenzenemethanol; (S)-α-Phenyl-3,5-dimethylbenzyl Alcohol; (S)-3,5-Dimethylbenzhydrol; (S)-Bis(3,5-dimethylphenyl)methanol; (αS)-3,5-Dimethyl-α-phenylbenzenemethanol; (S)-1-(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)-1-phenylethanol (Note: Verify exact isomer); Chiral 3,5-Dimethylbenzhydrol
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Quality Control

Our Benzenemethanol, 3,5-Dimethyl-α-Phenyl-, (Alphas)- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and other critical parameters are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. For long-term storage, consider the use of desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

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