Description

4-Chloro-2-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzyl Alcohol, 97% is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique combination of the benzyl alcohol moiety and the chloro-trifluoromethoxy substitution pattern, which allows for versatile chemical modifications. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecules, such as active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the trifluoromethoxy group can enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance display technologies.
• Functional Polymer Monomer: Can be incorporated into specialty polymers to impart unique solubility, thermal, or surface properties.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated as a building block for materials used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile scaffold in academic and industrial labs for exploring new chemical reactions and creating compound libraries.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-Chloro-2-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzyl Alcohol, 97%
CAS No.	1261673-90-8
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClF3O2
Molecular Weight	226.58 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl)methanol; 4-Chloro-α-(trifluoromethoxy)benzenemethanol; 1-(Chloro)-2-(trifluoromethoxy)-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzene; 4-Chloro-2-trifluoromethoxybenzyl alcohol; 2-Trifluoromethoxy-4-chlorobenzyl alcohol; Benzyl alcohol, 4-chloro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)-; α-Hydroxy-4-chloro-2-trifluoromethoxytoluene
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Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-2-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzyl Alcohol, 97% is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure the identity, purity, and consistency meet the stringent requirements of our global B2B clients. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized and should be handled with care to minimize exposure to air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.