Description

1-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-2,2,2-Trifluoroethanol is a high-value fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both chlorinated phenyl and trifluoroethanol moieties, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in areas requiring fluorinated motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the dichlorophenyl group can contribute to specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for specialty monomers or ligands used in catalysis and the development of advanced polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex fluorinated and chlorinated aromatic structures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential use in designing chiral ligands or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its stereogenic center and functional groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-2,2,2-Trifluoroethanol
CAS No.	1194760-60-5
Molecular Formula	C8H5Cl2F3O
Molecular Weight	245.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)ethanol; (2,4-Dichlorophenyl)(trifluoromethyl)methanol; α-(Trifluoromethyl)-2,4-dichlorobenzeneethanol; 1-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-2,2,2-trifluoroethan-1-ol; 2,4-Dichloro-α-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl Alcohol
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-2,2,2-Trifluoroethanol is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements of your synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. For long-term storage, maintaining the material at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere is recommended to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.