Description

Benzenemethanol, 2-Chloro-4,6-Difluoro- is a halogenated benzyl alcohol derivative, a key fluorinated aromatic building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its precise molecular structure, which serves as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring fluorinated aromatic motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the chloro and difluoro substitutions can significantly influence biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), contributing to improved performance and stability.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce halogenated benzyl groups into polymer chains, altering physical properties like thermal stability, flame retardancy, and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a protected or functionalized benzyl alcohol in multi-step synthetic routes for complex natural products and specialty chemicals.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the production of specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments for high-value applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 2-Chloro-4,6-Difluoro-
CAS No.	1534389-83-7
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClF2O
Molecular Weight	178.56 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Chloro-4,6-difluorophenyl)methanol; 2-Chloro-4,6-difluorobenzyl alcohol; 2-Chloro-4,6-difluoro-benzenemethanol; α-Hydroxy-2-chloro-4,6-difluorotoluene; Benzyl alcohol, 2-chloro-4,6-difluoro-; 1534389-83-7; 2-Chloro-4,6-difluorophenylmethanol
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Quality Control

Every batch of Benzenemethanol, 2-Chloro-4,6-Difluoro- undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Our quality assurance protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced analytical techniques, is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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