Description

1-(4-Fluoro-3-Methyl-Phenyl)-Ethanol is a high-value fluorinated aromatic alcohol building block, essential for the synthesis of complex organic molecules. Its structure, featuring both a fluorine atom and a benzylic alcohol group, makes it a versatile intermediate for introducing specific steric and electronic properties into target compounds. This product is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine moiety enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of novel organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Valuable substrate for studying and developing new chiral catalysts and synthetic methodologies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for creating specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific fluorinated aromatic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Fluoro-3-Methyl-Phenyl)-Ethanol
CAS No.	1178067-48-5
Molecular Formula	C9H11FO
Molecular Weight	154.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-Fluoro-3-methylphenyl)ethanol; (4-Fluoro-3-methylphenyl)methylcarbinol; α-Methyl-4-fluoro-m-benzyl alcohol; 1-(4-Fluoro-3-methylphenyl)ethan-1-ol; 4'-Fluoro-3'-methyl-α-methylbenzyl alcohol; 1-(4-Fluoro-3-methyl-phenyl)-ethanol; 2-(4-Fluoro-3-methylphenyl)propan-2-ol (isomeric check); p-Fluoro-m-methyl-α-methylbenzyl alcohol
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Quality Control

Our 1-(4-Fluoro-3-Methyl-Phenyl)-Ethanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment ensures material consistency for your critical research and scale-up processes.

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 strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

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%

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