BENZHYDROL
Benzhydrol is a research-grade compound used in advanced pharmaceutical and biochemical studies. Chemical & Pharmacological Characteristics The compound is a hydrophobic benzylic alcohol with limited water solubility and good compatibility with common organic solvents. It can undergo oxidation to benzophenone and participates in substitution reactions that make it useful in scaffold elaboration. In analytical contexts, its UV-active aromatic system supports chromatographic detection. It is primarily applied to investigate compound-specific mechanisms, physicochemical behavior, and analytical or formulation-relevant characteristics under controlled laboratory conditions.
About MedicaPharma
MedicaPharma distributes high-quality active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to hospitals, commercial (compounding) pharmacies, research institutes, and universities worldwide.
Network of over +400 GMP API producers
Let us handle your sourcing / supply activities. Highly experienced in sourcing specialty raw pharmaceutical ingredients from niche GMP manufacturers around the world.
Why Choose MedicaPharma
Niche API specialist - Pro-active supply partner - High service level - Global network - Logistics according to GDP regulations
Product Description
Chemical & Pharmacological Characteristics
The compound is a hydrophobic benzylic alcohol with limited water solubility and good compatibility with common organic solvents. It can undergo oxidation to benzophenone and participates in substitution reactions that make it useful in scaffold elaboration. In analytical contexts, its UV-active aromatic system supports chromatographic detection.
Mechanism of Action
No receptor-specific pharmacology is established. In biological systems, any effects are generally nonspecific and relate to hydrophobic partitioning, solvent interactions, or irritation at high concentrations.
In screening environments, benzhydrol may act as a mild membrane-active stressor at high exposure due to lipophilicity; therefore cell-based assays should control for solvent and concentration to avoid false positives.
Advanced Research Applications
- Synthetic chemistry intermediate for benzylic substitution and scaffold building
- Analytical reference for identity, purity, and impurity profiling (HPLC/GC)
- Stability studies tracking oxidation to benzophenone and related byproducts
- Method development for aromatic alcohol quantification in process streams
- Comparator material in solubility and partition coefficient evaluations
Toxicodynamics & Cellular Hazard Spectrum
- Irritation risk on skin/eyes; handle with PPE and avoid aerosolization
- Nonspecific cytotoxicity possible at high concentration in cell assays
- Solvent-dependent artifacts in screening; require vehicle controls
- Potential flammability concerns depending on solvent system
- Dispose according to local rules for aromatic organics and solvent waste
For expert laboratory research only – not intended for biological or therapeutic exposure.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C13H12O |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 184.23 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 91-01-0 |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture and light. |
| Solubility | Solubility depends on solvent and conditions (e.g., pH). Please contact us for solvent-specific guidance. |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | Diphenylmethanol; BENZHYDROL; 91-01-0; Diphenylcarbinol; Benzohydrol |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | diphenylmethanol |
| InChl Key | QILSFLSDHQAZET-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C13H12O/c14-13(11-7-3-1-4-8-11)12-9-5-2-6-10-12/h1-10,13-14H |
| References | https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/7037; small-molecule |
3D Conformer.
(Click, turn or enlarge)
Download our GMP API Product List.
MedicaPharma is an EU-based supplier of GMP-certified APIs that serves leading healthcare institutions and research organizations.
Click here to download our full API product list.
