Description

Benzenemethanol, .Alpha.-(3-Methylbutyl)-4-(Trifluoromethyl)- is a specialized fluorinated aromatic alcohol building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture, featuring a benzylic alcohol and a trifluoromethyl group, makes it a valuable precursor for creating novel compounds with tailored properties. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those requiring the metabolic stability and lipophilicity imparted by the trifluoromethyl group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms can enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display and lighting materials.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymer chains to alter surface properties, chemical resistance, and optical characteristics.
• Complex Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic processes.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: A valuable compound for academic and industrial research exploring new reactions and properties of fluorinated aromatics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, .Alpha.-(3-Methylbutyl)-4-(Trifluoromethyl)-
CAS No.	1245806-42-1
Molecular Formula	C13H17F3O
Molecular Weight	246.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Trifluoromethyl)-α-(3-methylbutyl)benzenemethanol; α-Isoamyl-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol; 1-(4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl)-3-methylbutan-1-ol; (4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl)(3-methylbutyl)methanol; 3-Methyl-1-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]pentan-1-ol; Benzenemethanol, α-(3-methylbutyl)-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; [4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl](isoamyl)methanol
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzenemethanol, .Alpha.-(3-Methylbutyl)-4-(Trifluoromethyl)- adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial use. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, NMR, and MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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