Description

Benzeneethanol, β,β,2,6-Tetrafluoro- is a fluorinated aromatic alcohol derivative, a high-value specialty chemical building block prized for its unique electronic and steric properties imparted by the fluorine substituents. This compound is critical for advanced research and development in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis, where it serves as a key precursor for creating novel active ingredients with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A versatile building block for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where fluorine atoms improve lipophilicity and target binding.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, enhancing charge transport and stability.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to create specialty polymers with specific surface properties and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Acts as a ligand precursor or a tailored substrate in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other fine chemical processes.
• Fluorine-18 Radiochemistry: Potential use as a precursor or model compound for developing Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzeneethanol, β,β,2,6-Tetrafluoro-
CAS No.	1581274-20-5
Molecular Formula	C8H6F4O
Molecular Weight	194.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Difluoro-α,α-difluorobenzeneethanol; 2-(2,6-Difluorophenyl)-1,1-difluoroethanol; 1,1-Difluoro-2-(2,6-difluorophenyl)ethanol; α,α,2,6-Tetrafluorophenethyl Alcohol; (2,6-Difluorophenyl)difluoroethanol; Tetrafluorophenethyl Alcohol Derivative
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Quality Control

Our Benzeneethanol, β,β,2,6-Tetrafluoro- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting critical parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures material integrity for your most demanding synthetic applications.

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). Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly closed in a dry and inert atmosphere due to its sensitivity to moisture and strong acid/organic solvent compatibility.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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