Description

2,6-Difluoro-3-(Methylthio)Benzyl Alcohol is a high-value fluorinated aromatic building block characterized by its benzyl alcohol core flanked by fluorine and methylthio substituents. This compound is critical for the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical intermediates and agrochemicals, where its unique substitution pattern enables precise modulation of biological activity and physicochemical properties. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, anti-infectives, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• 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 fluorinated polymers and liquid crystals for advanced electronic and optical applications.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis houses serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Difluoro-3-(Methylthio)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	1428234-82-5
Molecular Formula	C9H8F2OS
Molecular Weight	202.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(2,6-Difluoro-3-(methylthio)phenyl)methanol; 2,6-Difluoro-3-(methylmercapto)benzyl Alcohol; 3-(Methylthio)-2,6-difluorobenzyl Alcohol; 2,6-Difluoro-3-methylthiobenzyl Alcohol; α-Hydroxymethyl-2,6-difluoro-3-(methylthio)benzene; Benzyl alcohol, 2,6-difluoro-3-(methylthio)-; 1428234-82-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,6-Difluoro-3-(Methylthio)Benzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and compliance with your project requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for each lot upon request.

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.

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%

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