Description

(S)-2-Chloro-1-(4-Fluorophenyl)Ethanol is a high-purity chiral building block and pharmaceutical intermediate of significant commercial importance. Its defined stereochemistry and functional groups make it a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure drugs, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry influences biological activity.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Serves as a standard or substrate in the development and testing of new chiral catalysts and synthetic methodologies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of complex, high-value specialty chemicals requiring precise molecular architecture.
• Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	(S)-2-Chloro-1-(4-Fluorophenyl)Ethanol
CAS No.	126534-42-7
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClFO
Molecular Weight	174.60 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Chloro-1-(4-fluorophenyl)ethanol; (S)-1-(4-Fluorophenyl)-2-chloroethanol; (S)-α-Chloro-4-fluorobenzyl alcohol; (1S)-2-Chloro-1-(4-fluorophenyl)ethan-1-ol; (S)-(-)-2-Chloro-1-(4-fluorophenyl)ethanol; 126534-42-7; (S)-2-Chloro-1-(p-fluorophenyl)ethanol
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Quality Control

Our (S)-2-Chloro-1-(4-Fluorophenyl)Ethanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.