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4-Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol CAS 623-05-2

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Chemical Name: 4-Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol

Chemical Synonyms: 4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenol98%;4-Hydroxybenzylalcohol,(4-Hydroxyphenyl)methanol;Thehydroxybenzylalcohol;P-(HChemicalbookYDROXYMETHYL)PHENOL;RARECHEMALBD0098;P-hydroxylbenzylalcohol;4-Hydroxbenzylalcohol;(4-hydroxybenzyl)ether

CAS No.:  623-05-2

Molecular Formula: C7H8O2

Molecular Weight: 124.14

Product Overview

4-Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol (CAS 623-05-2), also known as p-Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol or Gastrodigenin, is a high-purity phenolic alcohol widely used as a pharmaceutical intermediate and organic synthesis building block. With a typical assay of ≥99% (HPLC), it offers consistent reactivity for downstream derivatization and coupling reactions. It is produced under controlled conditions with full COA and MSDS support for quality and regulatory documentation.

Key Specifications

Parameter

Specification

Product Name

4-Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol

Synonyms

p-Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol; Gastrodigenin; 4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenol

CAS Number

623-05-2

Molecular Formula

C₇H₈O₂

Molecular Weight

124.14 g/mol

Assay / Purity

≥99.0% (HPLC)

Appearance

White to off-white crystalline powder

Melting Point

124–127 °C

Grade

Pharmaceutical / Industrial Grade

Storage

Cool, dry, well-ventilated place, protected from light

Applications

  • Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients and medicinal chemistry derivatives.

  • Organic Synthesis: Versatile phenolic alcohol for etherification, esterification, and protection/deprotection reactions.

  • Chemical Research: Used as a reference standard and reagent in analytical and synthetic laboratories.

  • Specialty Chemicals: Intermediate for functional polymers, antioxidants, and fine chemical derivatives.

Why Choose This Product

  • High Purity: Assay ≥99% (HPLC), ensuring consistent reactivity and reproducible synthesis results.

  • Stable Supply: Reliable production capacity supporting both sample trials and commercial-scale orders.

  • Full Documentation: COA and MSDS provided with every shipment for quality and compliance filing.

  • Flexible Packaging: Available in small trial quantities and bulk drums to match your production scale.

Packaging & Storage

  • Standard Packaging: 25 kg in fiber drums or customized packaging upon request.

  • Storage Conditions: Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, protected from light and moisture.

  • Shelf Life: 24 months under proper storage conditions.

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