Description

Phenol, 4,5-Difluoro-2,3-Dimethyl- (9Ci) is a fluorinated dimethylphenol derivative, a high-value specialty chemical building block prized for its unique steric and electronic properties imparted by the fluorine atoms. Its primary value lies in enabling the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where precise molecular tuning is critical. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries seeking to incorporate fluorinated aromatic motifs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in fluorinated bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to impart specific properties like chemical resistance, thermal stability, or altered surface energy to specialty polymers.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create sophisticated ligands for catalytic processes.
• Advanced Material Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorinated aromatic compounds and their properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Phenol, 4,5-Difluoro-2,3-Dimethyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	182011-09-2
Molecular Formula	C8H8F2O
Molecular Weight	158.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethyl-4,5-difluorophenol; 4,5-Difluoro-2,3-dimethylphenol; 4,5-Difluoro-2,3-dimethylphenol (9CI); 2,3-Dimethyl-4,5-difluorophen-1-ol; 1-Hydroxy-2,3-dimethyl-4,5-difluorobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Phenol, 4,5-Difluoro-2,3-Dimethyl- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed HPLC purity data, to ensure the material meets your precise research or production specifications. Our commitment to consistent quality and traceability supports critical applications in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0% (Standard Grade)
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.