Chemical Name: | Phenol, 4-(triphenylmethyl)- |
CAS Number: | 978-86-9 |
Product Number: | AG00345O(AGN-PC-0JL9ON) |
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Molecular Formula: | C25H20O |
Molecular Weight: | 336.4257 |
4-Tritylphenol is a versatile compound commonly utilized in chemical synthesis as a protecting group for alcohols. This compound plays a crucial role in organic chemistry by temporarily masking the hydroxyl functional group of alcohols to prevent unwanted reactions or to control regioselectivity during various transformations. Additionally, 4-Tritylphenol can be selectively removed under specific conditions, allowing the liberated alcohol to participate in subsequent reactions, making it a valuable tool in multi-step synthesis strategies. This compound's ability to facilitate the manipulation of alcohol functionalities with precision and efficiency makes it an indispensable building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules.