Description

4-(3-Chloro-4-Methylphenyl)Benzyl Alcohol is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzyl alcohol core substituted with a chlorinated and methylated biphenyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in advanced chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development sectors for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting specific receptor sites.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the development of organic compounds for electronic display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a starting material for creating specialized charge-transport or emissive layers.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, modifying their physical or chemical properties.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies and the development of new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3-Chloro-4-Methylphenyl)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	885963-00-8
Molecular Formula	C14H13ClO
Molecular Weight	232.71 g/mol
Synonyms	[4-(3-Chloro-4-methylphenyl)phenyl]methanol; 1-(3-Chloro-4-methylphenyl)-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzene; (4-(3-Chloro-4-methylphenyl)phenyl)methanol; 3'-Chloro-4'-methyl[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-methanol; 4-(3-Chloro-4-methylbenzyl)benzyl alcohol; 4-(3-Chloro-p-tolyl)benzyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(3-Chloro-4-Methylphenyl)Benzyl Alcohol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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