Molekula
Triphenylmethanol
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Triphenylmethanol is an organic compound with three phenyl groups attached to a methanol structure, commonly used as a precursor to trityl chloride and trityl protecting groups, as a reagent in organic synthesis, and in triarylmethane dye chemistry. It appears as a white crystalline solid with a melting point of 163–165°C and is soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. This chemical has a CAS number of 76-84-6, a molecular formula of (C6H5)3COH, and a molecular weight of 260.33 g/mol. Store at ambient conditions, and handle with caution—it carries a signal word of "Warning" due to potential irritation. Molekula supplies Triphenylmethanol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Example image for illustration only. Other packaging and pack sizes are available.
Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
Pricing on request — packs available from research to bulk quantities.
Need a different quantity or pack?
Tell us how much you need and when — drums, IBCs, sacks or a one-off bulk lot. We'll manufacture or source it and come back with a price.
Prices exclude VAT/sales tax and shipping.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Cream powder |
| Melting Point | 160°C - 165°C |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to reference |
| Assay GC | ≥99% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Vapour Pressure | 0.00000003 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 6457 (Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 15493285 |
| CAS Number | 76-84-6 |
| IUPAC Name | triphenylmethanol |
| EC Number | 200-988-5 |
| Molecular Formula | (C6H5)3COH |
| Molecular Weight | 260.33 |
| Exact Mass | 260.1201 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C2=CC=CC=C2)(C3=CC=CC=C3)O |
| InChIKey | LZTRCELOJRDYMQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C19H16O/c20-19(16-10-4-1-5-11-16,17-12-6-2-7-13-17)18-14-8-3-9-15-18/h1-15,20H |
| PubChem CID | 6457 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2906.29.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2906290090 |
Safety & GHS
-
Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
- P333+313 IF skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Benzenemethanol, .alpha.,.alpha.-diphenyl-
- hydroxytriphenylmethane
- Methanol, triphenyl-
- Triphenylcarbinol
- TRIPHENYLMETHANOL (USP-RS)
- Triphenylmethyl alcohol
- Tritanol
- Trityl alcohol
Frequently asked questions
What is triphenylmethanol commonly used for?
Triphenylmethanol is primarily used as a precursor to trityl chloride and trityl protecting groups, as a reagent in organic synthesis, in triarylmethane dye chemistry, and as a precursor in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of triphenylmethanol?
The chemical formula is (C6H5)3COH, and the molecular weight is 260.33 g/mol.
How should triphenylmethanol be stored?
Store triphenylmethanol at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances and sources of ignition.
What grades or purities of triphenylmethanol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies triphenylmethanol in high-purity grades suitable for research, synthesis, and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply triphenylmethanol in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply triphenylmethanol in bulk quantities to meet large-scale production needs.
What documentation comes with an order of triphenylmethanol?
Each order includes a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), Certificate of Analysis (CoA), and a product specification sheet.
Ready to order or need a custom pack?
Tell us the product, grade, and quantity — Molekula usually responds within one working day with pricing and lead time.