Description

(4-Chloro-2-Fluoro-5-Nitro-Phenyl)-Methanol is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring chloro, fluoro, nitro, and hydroxymethyl substituents, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily needed by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the nitro and halogen groups are critical for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Development: Serves as a building block for creating specialized aromatic components in electronic display and lighting materials.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex, high-performance colorants and pigments.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) for creating biaryl structures.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce functional aromatic groups into polymer chains to alter physical or chemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Chloro-2-Fluoro-5-Nitro-Phenyl)-Methanol
CAS No.	1823921-01-2
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClFNO3
Molecular Weight	205.57 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Chloro-2-fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)methanol; 4-Chloro-2-fluoro-5-nitrobenzenemethanol; 2-Fluoro-4-chloro-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol; 1-(Chloro-4-fluoro-2-nitro-5-phenyl)methanol; Benzenemethanol, 4-chloro-2-fluoro-5-nitro-; (4-Chloro-2-fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)carbinol; 5-Nitro-2-fluoro-4-chlorobenzyl alcohol; CAS 1823921-01-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of (4-Chloro-2-Fluoro-5-Nitro-Phenyl)-Methanol is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates. Comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), is performed. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request to support your regulatory and R&D needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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