1-Phenyl-2-propanol

1-Phenyl-2-propanol is a high-purity pharmaceutical-intermediates supplied for industrial and specialty chemical applications. Contact our team for specifications, packaging options and lead times.

1. Fragrance and Flavor Industry

Commonly used as a fragrance ingredient in perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics due to its mild, floral aroma.

Also acts as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, adding subtle floral or fruity notes.

2. Pharmaceutical Intermediate

Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially chiral compounds.

Used in the preparation of:

Antihistamines

Sympathomimetic agents

CNS-acting drugs

3. Chiral Building Block

The secondary alcohol structure allows it to be used in enantioselective synthesis.

Often found in stereoselective reactions for the production of optically active pharmaceuticals or fine chemicals.

4. Polymer and Resin Industry

Can be incorporated into resin formulations as a chain stopper or modifier, affecting viscosity and solubility.

Used in certain specialty polymer additives or surface coatings.

5. Laboratory Reagent

Acts as a solvent, reagent, or intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for introducing hydroxyl and aromatic functionalities.

✅ Mild and Pleasant Odor

Makes it highly suitable for consumer products like perfumes, lotions, and air fresheners.

✅ Structural Versatility

The presence of both an aromatic ring and a secondary alcohol offers diverse reactivity, enabling multiple synthetic pathways.

✅ Intermediate for Chiral Synthesis

Especially useful in asymmetric synthesis, either in racemic or enantiopure forms.

✅ Biocompatibility

Often used in low concentrations in food and cosmetic applications due to low toxicity and good organoleptic properties.

✅ Good Solubility Profile

Soluble in many organic solvents, making it easy to handle and integrate into formulations or reactions.

1-Phenyl-2-propanol (CAS 698-87-3) is a multifunctional chemical used in a broad range of industries including flavors and fragrances, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemicals. Its pleasant aroma, reactive secondary alcohol group, and structural compatibility make it a valuable and flexible intermediate, both in commercial and research applications.

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