Description

3-(2-Fluoro-5-Methylphenyl)Phenol is a high-purity fluorinated phenolic compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl group and a fluorinated aromatic ring, makes it an essential intermediate for creating molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and CNS-active molecule research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine atom enhances bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated mesogens and electron-transport materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or chain terminator to introduce phenolic and fluorinated characteristics into specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new reaction pathways and creating complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial labs.
• Advanced Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of ligands for catalysis and components for high-performance organic electronics.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Fluoro-5-Methylphenyl)Phenol
CAS No.	1261959-16-3
Molecular Formula	C13H11FO
Molecular Weight	202.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2-Fluoro-5-methylphenyl)phenol; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-ol, 2'-fluoro-5'-methyl-; 2'-Fluoro-5'-methyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-ol; 3-(2-Fluoro-5-methylphenyl)benzenol; 2-Fluoro-5-methyl-3-phenylphenol; 3-Hydroxy-2'-fluoro-5'-methylbiphenyl; (2-Fluoro-5-methylphenyl)phen-3-ol; Phenol, 3-(2-fluoro-5-methylphenyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(2-Fluoro-5-Methylphenyl)Phenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in darkness.

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	≤ 10 ppm

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