Description

1-(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)Propan-1-Ol is a specialized aromatic alcohol derivative, serving as a crucial chiral intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the precise substitution pattern on the phenyl ring, which allows for the directed introduction of functional groups and the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals requiring specific steric and electronic properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block for the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, fragrances, and other performance chemicals where the dimethylphenyl moiety is required.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling and functional group transformation reactions.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of monomers for specialty polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)Propan-1-Ol
CAS No.	944268-64-8
Molecular Formula	C11H16O
Molecular Weight	164.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)-1-propanol; 1-Propanol, 1-(2,3-dimethylphenyl)-; 2,3-Dimethylbenzenepropanol; α-Ethyl-2,3-dimethylbenzyl alcohol; (2,3-Dimethylphenyl)propyl alcohol; 1-(2,3-Xylyl)propan-1-ol
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)Propan-1-Ol adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.