Description

3-Ethoxy-2,4-Difluorophenol is a fluorinated phenolic ether compound, serving as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both ethoxy and fluorine substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting CNS disorders, anti-infectives, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies, leveraging its polarizable aromatic core.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating specialty polymers with enhanced thermal stability and chemical resistance.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Utilized in the research and development of organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethoxy-2,4-Difluorophenol
CAS No.	1017778-14-1
Molecular Formula	C8H8F2O2
Molecular Weight	174.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Difluoro-3-ethoxyphenol; 3-Ethoxy-2,4-difluorobenzenol; Phenol, 3-ethoxy-2,4-difluoro-; 1-Ethoxy-2,6-difluoro-3-hydroxybenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Ethoxy-2,4-Difluorophenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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