Description

Benzenemethanol, 2-Fluoro-3-Methoxy- (9Ci) is a fluorinated benzyl alcohol derivative, serving as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both fluorine and methoxy substituents, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) agents and kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated aromatic components in electronic display and lighting materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a starting material or ligand precursor in cross-coupling reactions and asymmetric catalysis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create fluorinated analogs of bioactive molecules for metabolic pathway and receptor binding studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 2-Fluoro-3-Methoxy- (9Ci)
CAS No.	178974-59-9
Molecular Formula	C8H9FO2
Molecular Weight	156.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-3-Methoxybenzyl Alcohol; (2-Fluoro-3-methoxyphenyl)methanol; 3-Methoxy-2-fluorobenzyl Alcohol; 2-Fluoro-m-anisyl Alcohol; 2-Fluoro-3-methoxybenzenemethanol; α-Hydroxymethyl-2-fluoro-3-methoxybenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Benzenemethanol, 2-Fluoro-3-Methoxy- (9Ci) is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including results from HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, is supplied with each shipment to guarantee identity, purity, and consistency for your critical synthetic applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is compatible with strong acid/organic solvent. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.