Description

5-Fluoro-1,3-Dihydroxymethylbenzene is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block, valued for its dual hydroxymethyl functional groups which enable further chemical modifications. This compound is critical for synthesizing advanced pharmaceutical intermediates and high-performance polymers where precise molecular architecture is required. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a fluorinated benzene core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed to introduce cross-linking sites or fluorinated segments into specialty polymers, improving their chemical resistance and thermal properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in research laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules via reactions of the hydroxymethyl groups.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated dyes with unique color fastness and spectral properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fluoro-1,3-Dihydroxymethylbenzene
CAS No.	19254-86-5
Molecular Formula	C8H9FO2
Molecular Weight	156.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoro-1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)benzene; 1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-5-fluorobenzene; 5-Fluoroisophthalyl alcohol; 5-Fluoro-m-xylene-α,α'-diol; α,α'-Dihydroxy-5-fluoro-m-xylene; 5-Fluorobenzene-1,3-dimethanol; 3,5-Bis(hydroxymethyl)fluorobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Fluoro-1,3-Dihydroxymethylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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.