Description

2-Methoxy-5-(Pentafluorosulfur)Benzylalcohol is a high-value, specialty fluorinated organic building block. This compound matters for its unique combination of a benzyl alcohol moiety and a pentafluorosulfur (SF5) group, which imparts exceptional chemical stability, lipophilicity, and electronic properties. It is primarily needed by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly where the SF5 group is used as a bioisostere for trifluoromethyl or other groups to modulate potency and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the SF5 moiety can enhance biological activity and environmental persistence profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), improving thermal stability and electronic performance.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers to alter surface properties, increase chemical resistance, and improve durability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions, etherifications, and esterifications to introduce the SF5-benzyl fragment into more complex molecular architectures.
• Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial R&D exploring the properties and applications of pentafluorosulfur-containing compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxy-5-(Pentafluorosulfur)Benzylalcohol
CAS No.	1240257-12-8
Molecular Formula	C8H7F5O2S
Molecular Weight	262.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Pentafluoro-λ6-sulfanyl)-2-methoxybenzyl alcohol; (2-Methoxy-5-(pentafluorosulfanyl)phenyl)methanol; 2-Methoxy-5-(SF5)benzyl alcohol; SF5-Benzyl Alcohol Derivative; Benzyl alcohol, 2-methoxy-5-(pentafluorosulfanyl)-; CAS 1240257-12-8
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxy-5-(Pentafluorosulfur)Benzylalcohol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We support cGMP-compliant production for advanced pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.