Description

(2,6-Dichloro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Methanol is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the unique combination of a reactive benzylic alcohol group with electron-withdrawing chlorine and trifluoromethyl substituents, enabling precise molecular modifications. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in areas requiring fluorinated motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the dichloro-trifluoromethylphenyl moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated to introduce specific functional groups or fluorinated segments into polymer chains, altering material properties like chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and etherifications to construct complex, multi-functional aromatic compounds.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial research exploring new reactions and properties of fluorinated aromatic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2,6-Dichloro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Methanol
CAS No.	189338-34-9
Molecular Formula	C8H5Cl2F3O
Molecular Weight	245.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dichloro-α-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol; (2,6-Dichloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolyl)methanol; 2,6-Dichloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzenemethanol; α-(Trifluoromethyl)-2,6-dichlorobenzyl alcohol; 2,6-Dichloro-α-(trifluoromethyl)benzenemethanol; 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-3,5-dichlorobenzotrifluoride; 3,5-Dichloro-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzotrifluoride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2,6-Dichloro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Methanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorinating agents. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.