Description

2-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2,2-Difluoroethanol is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where the difluoroethanol moiety can impart desirable metabolic stability and bioavailability. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D for creating novel active ingredients and agrochemical manufacturers developing next-generation crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies.
• Organic Electronics: Employed in the research and development of novel organic semiconductors and electron-transport materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new fluorination methodologies and constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial labs.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Can be incorporated to introduce fluorine functionality into polymers, altering surface properties and chemical resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2,2-Difluoroethanol
CAS No.	1380202-39-0
Molecular Formula	C8H7ClF2O
Molecular Weight	192.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2,2-difluoroethan-1-ol; α,α-Difluoro-2-chlorobenzeneethanol; 1-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2,2-difluoroethanol; 2-Chloro-α,α-difluorobenzeneethanol; o-Chloro-α,α-difluorobenzyl alcohol; 2,2-Difluoro-2-(2-chlorophenyl)ethanol; (2-Chlorophenyl)difluoromethyl carbinol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2,2-Difluoroethanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.