Description

2-Fluoro-5-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol, 97% is a high-purity fluorinated benzyl alcohol derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique trifluoromethyl and fluorine substituents, which are essential for modulating the lipophilicity, metabolic stability, and binding affinity of target molecules. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in oncology, CNS, and anti-infective drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated compounds used in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated as a monomer or modifier to create specialty polymers with enhanced chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new fluorination methodologies and constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-5-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol, 97%
CAS No.	1323966-16-0
Molecular Formula	C10H9F4O
Molecular Weight	224.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Fluoro-5-methyl-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanol; 2-Fluoro-α,α,α,5-tetramethylbenzyl alcohol; 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-fluoro-5-methylbenzotrifluoride; 2-Fluoro-5-methyl-4-trifluoromethylbenzyl alcohol; 2-Fluoro-5-methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolylmethanol; [2-Fluoro-5-methyl-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]methanol; Benzyl alcohol, 2-fluoro-5-methyl-4-(trifluoromethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-5-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure the 97% minimum purity and identity are met. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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