Description

(5-Fluoro-2,3-Dimethoxyphenyl)Methanol is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic combination of a reactive benzylic alcohol group with fluorine and methoxy substituents, enabling precise molecular modifications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients, particularly for use as a key intermediate in medicinal chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in central nervous system (CNS) and oncology research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a fluorinated precursor for electronic chemicals used in display and lighting technologies.
• Complex Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in creating specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fluorinated Polymer Modifiers: Acts as a monomer or modifier to introduce fluorine into polymers, altering their surface and bulk properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and custom synthesis projects in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-Fluoro-2,3-Dimethoxyphenyl)Methanol
CAS No.	1378794-80-9
Molecular Formula	C9H11FO3
Molecular Weight	186.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoro-2,3-dimethoxybenzyl alcohol; (5-Fluoro-2,3-dimethoxyphenyl)methanol; 2,3-Dimethoxy-5-fluorobenzyl alcohol; 1-(5-Fluoro-2,3-dimethoxyphenyl)methanol; Benzyl alcohol, 5-fluoro-2,3-dimethoxy-; 5-Fluoro-2,3-dimethoxybenzenemethanol
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Quality Control

Every batch of (5-Fluoro-2,3-Dimethoxyphenyl)Methanol is produced under strict quality management systems and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.