Description

4-Hydroxy-α-(1-Methylpropyl)Benzenemethanol is a specialized aromatic alcohol derivative with a chiral center, offering significant utility as a versatile synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and production units in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds targeting neurological or cardiovascular pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where its phenolic and alcohol functionalities are leveraged.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for creating mesogenic units in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other specialty polymers.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Synthesis: Employed in the production of complex aroma chemicals and flavorants due to its benzylic alcohol structure.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new catalytic reactions, asymmetric synthesis, or material science.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-α-(1-Methylpropyl)Benzenemethanol
CAS No.	90996-10-4
Molecular Formula	C11H16O2
Molecular Weight	180.24 g/mol
Synonyms	α-(sec-Butyl)-4-hydroxybenzyl alcohol; 1-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-2-methylbutan-1-ol; Benzenemethanol, 4-hydroxy-α-(1-methylpropyl)-; p-Hydroxy-α-(sec-butyl)benzyl alcohol; 4-Hydroxy-α-(1-methylpropyl)benzyl alcohol; (RS)-1-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-2-methylbutan-1-ol; (±)-1-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-2-methyl-1-butanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-α-(1-Methylpropyl)Benzenemethanol is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, chiral purity (if applicable), and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber packaging, or stored in darkness.

Specification

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