Description

3-Chloro-4,5-Diflorophenol is a halogenated phenol derivative serving as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its unique structure, featuring chlorine and fluorine substituents, makes it a valuable building block for introducing specific steric and electronic properties into target molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring halogenated phenol motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the difluorophenol structure enhances biological activity and stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, etherification, and as a protecting group or directing agent in complex multi-step synthetic routes.
• Research & Development: Essential compound for medicinal chemistry programs and discovery research in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-4,5-Diflorophenol
CAS No.	1261472-63-2
Molecular Formula	C6H3ClF2O
Molecular Weight	164.54 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-4,5-difluorophenol; 4,5-Difluoro-3-chlorophenol; Phenol, 3-chloro-4,5-difluoro-; 1261472-63-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-4,5-Diflorophenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and heat sources. Due to its phenolic nature, appropriate personal protective equipment should be used when handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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