Description

3-Methoxy-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique combination of the electron-donating methoxy group and the highly electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl group, which allows for precise tuning of electronic properties in target molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in areas requiring fluorinated motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl group improves efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated aromatic cores for electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated as a monomer or modifier to create specialty polymers with tailored thermal, optical, or surface properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to construct sophisticated ligands for asymmetric catalysis and material science applications.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Research: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis projects and discovery chemistry in CROs (Contract Research Organizations).

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxy-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	1261750-58-6
Molecular Formula	C9H9F3O2
Molecular Weight	206.16 g/mol
Synonyms	[2-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-methoxyphenyl]methanol; 3-Methoxy-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzenemethanol; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol; (3-Methoxy-2-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanol; α,α,α-Trifluoro-3-methoxy-o-tolylcarbinol; Benzenemethanol, 3-methoxy-2-(trifluoromethyl)-
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-Methoxy-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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 and fluorides. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

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

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