Description

(7-Fluoro-1-Benzothiophen-2-Yl)Methanol is a high-value fluorinated benzothiophene derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value lies in providing a functionalized scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This compound is essential for research and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to incorporate fluorinated heterocyclic motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially in kinase inhibitor and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic research.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorobenzothiophene core can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile intermediate for further functionalization, including oxidation to aldehydes or conversion to esters and ethers for library synthesis in medicinal chemistry.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: Serves as a model compound for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) influenced by fluorine substitution on the benzothiophene ring system.

Basic Information

Product Name	(7-Fluoro-1-Benzothiophen-2-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	1135283-78-1
Molecular Formula	C9H7FOS
Molecular Weight	182.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymethyl)-7-fluorobenzo[b]thiophene; 7-Fluorobenzo[b]thiophene-2-methanol; (7-Fluorobenzo[b]thiophen-2-yl)methanol; 7-Fluoro-1-benzothiophene-2-methanol; 7-Fluoro-2-benzothiophenemethanol; 7-Fluoro-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1-benzothiophene; 7-Fluoro-2-(hydroxymethyl)benzo[b]thiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (7-Fluoro-1-Benzothiophen-2-Yl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and mass spectrometry, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

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

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