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
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.
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 |
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.
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.
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.