Description

(4'-Trifluoromethylbiphenyl-3-Yl)-Methanol is a high-value fluorinated aromatic alcohol building block, distinguished by its biphenyl core and trifluoromethyl substituent. This compound is essential for introducing lipophilicity and metabolic stability into advanced molecular architectures, making it a critical intermediate in sophisticated chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in areas targeting CNS disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the production of fluorinated liquid crystals for advanced display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a starting material for electron-transport or host materials in OLED device fabrication.
• Advanced Material Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for creating novel polymers and functional materials with specific electronic properties.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs for the production of bespoke compounds for client-specific projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4'-Trifluoromethylbiphenyl-3-Yl)-Methanol
CAS No.	126485-55-0
Molecular Formula	C14H11F3O
Molecular Weight	252.23 g/mol
Synonyms	[3-(Hydroxymethyl)phenyl](4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methane; 3'-(Trifluoromethyl)biphenyl-3-methanol; (3'-Trifluoromethyl[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-yl)methanol; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-methanol, 4'-(trifluoromethyl)-; 4'-(Trifluoromethyl)-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-ylmethanol; (4'-Trifluoromethyl-3-biphenylyl)methanol; α-(3-(4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl)phenyl)methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of (4'-Trifluoromethylbiphenyl-3-Yl)-Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for research and scale-up. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

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). Keep the container sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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