Description

3,6-Difluoro-2-Methoxybenzyl Alcohol is a high-purity fluorinated benzyl alcohol derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity imparted by the difluoro and methoxy substituents, enabling precise molecular construction for high-performance materials. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in fluorinated drug candidates targeting CNS disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in high-performance displays.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier for introducing fluorine into specialty polymers, improving their chemical resistance and surface properties.
• Organic Electronics: Employed in the synthesis of charge-transport materials and emissive layers for OLED devices.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new fluorination methodologies and constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,6-Difluoro-2-Methoxybenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	1261746-67-1
Molecular Formula	C8H8F2O2
Molecular Weight	174.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymethyl)-3,6-difluoroanisole; (3,6-Difluoro-2-methoxyphenyl)methanol; 3,6-Difluoro-2-methoxybenzenemethanol; 2-Methoxy-3,6-difluorobenzyl Alcohol; 3,6-Difluoro-o-anisyl Alcohol; DFMBA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3,6-Difluoro-2-Methoxybenzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure compliance with exacting purity standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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