Description

(2,6-Difluoro-4-(Methylthio)Phenyl)Methanol is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular scaffold, which combines fluorine atoms and a methylthioether group with a reactive benzylic alcohol, enabling precise structural modifications. This compound is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in areas requiring fluorinated aromatic systems for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the difluoro and methylthio motifs can contribute to biological activity and environmental profile.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: A versatile starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical manufacturers producing bespoke compounds for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2,6-Difluoro-4-(Methylthio)Phenyl)Methanol
CAS No.	1428234-48-3
Molecular Formula	C8H8F2OS
Molecular Weight	190.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2,6-difluoro-1-(methylthio)benzene; 2,6-Difluoro-4-(methylthio)benzenemethanol; [2,6-Difluoro-4-(methylsulfanyl)phenyl]methanol; (2,6-Difluoro-4-methylsulfanylphenyl)methanol; 4-(Methylthio)-2,6-difluorobenzyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain rigorous quality control protocols for our fluorinated intermediates. Every batch of (2,6-Difluoro-4-(Methylthio)Phenyl)Methanol is analyzed to ensure it meets stringent purity and identity specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area%)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.