Description

2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzhydrol is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic alcohol, a key synthetic intermediate prized for its unique electronic and steric properties imparted by the pentafluoro substitution. This compound is essential for the development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where precise molecular architecture is required. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for molecules requiring fluorinated aromatic systems to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms contribute to improved efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, contributing to desired dielectric and optical properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create sophisticated ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier to introduce fluorine into polymer backbones, enhancing chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Analytical Chemistry Standard: Used as a reference standard or derivatization agent in chromatographic analysis and mass spectrometry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzhydrol
CAS No.	1944-05-4
Molecular Formula	C13H7F5O
Molecular Weight	274.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(Pentafluorophenyl)phenylmethanol; α-Phenyl-2,3,4,5,6-pentafluorobenzyl alcohol; Pentafluorobenzhydrol; (2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorophenyl)(phenyl)methanol; Benzhydrol, 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluoro-; PFBHA (in some contexts); Pentafluorobenzhydryl alcohol
EINECS	217-757-7

Quality Control

Our 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzhydrol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.