Description

3-Ethoxy-5-Fluorobenzyl Alcohol is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both an ethoxy and a fluorobenzyl alcohol moiety, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients, where the introduction of fluorine can dramatically alter biological activity, metabolic stability, and lipophilicity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for CNS (Central Nervous System) and oncology targets, where the fluorine atom is strategically employed.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the fluorine substituent to enhance efficacy and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystal compounds for high-performance display technologies.
• Organic Electronics: Employed in the development of novel organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials due to its electron-withdrawing fluorine group.
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating specialty polymers with specific optical or surface properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new fluorination chemistry and cross-coupling reactions in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethoxy-5-Fluorobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	1443324-36-4
Molecular Formula	C9H11FO2
Molecular Weight	170.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoro-3-ethoxybenzenemethanol; (3-Ethoxy-5-fluorophenyl)methanol; 1-(Ethoxy)-3-fluoro-5-(hydroxymethyl)benzene; Benzenemethanol, 3-ethoxy-5-fluoro-; 3-Ethoxy-5-fluorobenzyl alcohol; α-Hydroxymethyl-3-ethoxy-5-fluorobenzene
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Quality Control

Our 3-Ethoxy-5-Fluorobenzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to confirm identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) standards for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor purity grades to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider storage under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
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.