Description

2-Fluoro-5-Methyl-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzylalcohol is a high-value fluorinated benzyl alcohol derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both fluorine and trifluoromethyl groups, imparts desirable properties such as enhanced metabolic stability and lipophilicity to target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in oncology, CNS, and antiviral drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine motif improves efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Building block for novel materials in OLEDs and other electronic applications due to its electron-withdrawing characteristics.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A versatile starting material for custom fluorination projects and scale-up synthesis under cGMP or ISO standards.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reactions and creating compound libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Fluoro-5-Methyl-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzylalcohol
CAS No.	1706457-94-4
Molecular Formula	C10H9F4O
Molecular Weight	224.17 g/mol
Synonyms	[2-Fluoro-5-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]methanol; 2-Fluoro-5-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzenemethanol; 1-(2-Fluoro-5-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanol; (2-Fluoro-5-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanol; α,α,α-Trifluoro-2-fluoro-5-methyl-m-toluyl alcohol; 2-Fluoro-α,α,α-trifluoro-5-methyl-m-toluyl alcohol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-5-Methyl-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzylalcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide material with typical purities ≥98% (by HPLC), tailored to meet the rigorous demands of pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures consistency and reliability for your critical R&D and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage or after opening to maintain purity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.