Description

2-Fluoro-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity imparted by the fluorine and trifluoromethyl substituents, which are crucial for modulating the physicochemical properties of target molecules. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated components for electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated as a monomer or modifier to create specialty polymers with enhanced chemical resistance, thermal stability, and unique surface properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The benzyl alcohol group can be functionalized, making it a valuable substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	152211-15-9
Molecular Formula	C8H6F4O
Molecular Weight	194.13 g/mol
Synonyms	[2-Fluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]methanol; (2-Fluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanol; α,α,α,2-Tetrafluoro-o-tolyl alcohol; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)-6-fluorobenzyl alcohol; o-Fluoro-α,α,α-trifluorotoluyl alcohol; Benzyl alcohol, 2-fluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)-; 152211-15-9
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Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.