Description

Phenol, 2,6-Difluoro-4-Mercapto- (9Ci) is a specialized fluorinated phenol derivative featuring a reactive thiol group, making it a valuable multi-functional building block for advanced synthesis. Its unique structure enables precise molecular modifications, offering chemists a tool to enhance the properties of target compounds. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms can improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of novel polymers and functional materials that require specific fluorinated aromatic units.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for constructing molecular probes and tags due to the reactive thiol and fluorine handles for bioconjugation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenol, 2,6-Difluoro-4-Mercapto- (9Ci)
CAS No.	151389-58-1
Molecular Formula	C6H4F2OS
Molecular Weight	162.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Difluoro-4-mercaptophenol; 4-Mercapto-2,6-difluorophenol; 2,6-Difluoro-4-hydroxybenzenethiol; 4-Hydroxy-3,5-difluorobenzenethiol; 3,5-Difluoro-4-hydroxybenzenethiol; 151389-58-1 (CAS); DFMP (abbreviation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Phenol, 2,6-Difluoro-4-Mercapto- (9Ci) is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical applications. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation and light, minimize exposure to air and direct light during handling.

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.