Description

2-Fluoro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both fluorine and a trifluoromethyl group, imparts unique physicochemical properties that are highly valuable for modulating the biological activity and metabolic stability of target molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in areas targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, oncology, and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms enhance lipophilicity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the development of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance display technologies.
• Functional Polymer Modifier: Incorporated into polymer chains to improve chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Organic Electronics: Employed in the synthesis of charge-transport materials or emissive layers for OLEDs (Organic Light-Emitting Diodes).
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new fluorination chemistry or coupling reactions in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	197239-49-9
Molecular Formula	C8H6F4O
Molecular Weight	194.13 g/mol
Synonyms	α-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-fluoro-p-tolyl alcohol; (2-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanol; 2-Fluoro-α-(trifluoromethyl)benzenemethanol; 2-Fluoro-4-trifluoromethylbenzyl alcohol; 1-(2-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanol; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-fluorobenzyl alcohol; 2-Fluoro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolylcarbinol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific data is available upon request for your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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