The product is 2'-METHYL[1,1'-BIPHENYL]-3-OL, a biphenyl scaffold composed of a phenol ring and a toluene ring connected at the 1‑ and 1'‑positions. The phenolic hydroxyl group sits at the meta position relative to the biphenyl linkage, while a single methyl group occupies the ortho‑position of the adjacent ring. This substitution pattern creates a sterically biased, axially flexible structure where the phenol can serve as a nucleophilic handle, a hydrogen‑bond donor, or a precursor to triflate derivatives for further cross‑coupling. The compound provides a straightforward entry point into meta‑substituted biphenyl pharmacophores.
2'-METHYL[1,1'-BIPHENYL]-3-OL is a versatile intermediate utilized in the synthesis of liquid crystals, non‑steroidal anti‑inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and functional materials. The phenolic group of 2'-METHYL[1,1'-BIPHENYL]-3-OL can be readily etherified, esterified, or converted to a sulfonate to enable nickel‑ or copper‑mediated coupling at the C–O position. Because 2'-METHYL[1,1'-BIPHENYL]-3-OL is a well‑characterized solid, it can be incorporated into multi‑step sequences without the handling difficulties associated with oily phenol intermediates. Medicinal chemists have used 2'-METHYL[1,1'-BIPHENYL]-3-OL to generate libraries of biphenyl‑based enzyme inhibitors where the methyl group improves potency by occupying a small hydrophobic pocket.
Product Parameters
Parameter
Specification
Product Name
2'-METHYL[1,1'-BIPHENYL]-3-OL
CAS Number
106912-94-1
Molecular Formula
C₁₃H₁₂O
Molecular Weight
184.23 g/mol
Appearance
Solid, ranging from off-white to yellow
Boiling Point
319.5±21.0℃
Purity (GC/HPLC)
≥98.0%
Solubility
Soluble in dichloromethane, ethyl acetate, methanol; slightly soluble in water
Storage Condition
Store at room temperature, tightly sealed, protected from light
Shelf Life
36 months under recommended conditions
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R&D samples: one week; commercial orders: 1–2 months after payment. Express (DHL/FedEx) or air/sea freight available.
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Dual Quality Grades
Both research/pharma grade(≥98%)and high-purity impurity grade(≥99%)available to meet diverse customer needs.
Application Scenarios
1. Liquid Crystal Intermediate
The biphenyl core with a polar phenol and a methyl group is used in the formulation of nematic and smectic liquid crystals.
2. NSAID Analog Synthesis
Serves as a precursor to biphenylacetic acid‑based anti‑inflammatory agents.
3. Polymer Antioxidant
The hindered phenol structure is incorporated into polymer additives to prevent thermal oxidation.
4. Biphenyl Ligand Construction
Used to prepare phosphine and N‑heterocyclic carbene ligands bearing a biphenyl backbone.
5. Antimicrobial Agent R&D
Functionalized biphenyl‑3‑ols have shown activity against Gram‑positive bacterial strains.
Quality Assurance at Cosperpharm
Each batch undergoes:
● Gas chromatography (GC) – purity ≥97.0%
● Non‑aqueous titration – purity ≥97.0%
● Refractive index – confirmatory analysis
● ¹H NMR – structural verification
● Appearance – colorless to light yellow to light orange clear liquid
A comprehensive COA, MSDS (with full GHS information), and certificate of origin accompany every shipment.
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