Description

2-(2-Fluoro-5-Nitrophenyl)Ethanol is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials, where the fluorine and nitro substituents enable precise structural modifications. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides and pesticides, where the fluoronitrobenzene moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated aromatic groups into polymer chains, enhancing material properties like chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new fluorination and coupling reactions in academic and industrial R&D labs.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments for high-performance applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Fluoro-5-Nitrophenyl)Ethanol
CAS No.	1021389-31-0
Molecular Formula	C8H8FNO3
Molecular Weight	185.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)ethan-1-ol; 2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenethyl Alcohol; 1-(2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)-2-hydroxyethane; 2-(2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)ethyl Alcohol; 2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzeneethanol; β-(2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)ethanol; (2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)ethanol; 1021389-31-0
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Fluoro-5-Nitrophenyl)Ethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment 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 place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in opaque secondary packaging.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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