Description

(2,5-Difluoro-4-Methylsulfanylphenyl)Methanol is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries requiring precise molecular construction, such as medicinal chemistry for drug discovery and material science for specialty polymers, need this material for its unique structural motifs and reactivity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing difluorophenyl and thioether motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms and methylsulfanyl group contribute to biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic cores used in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polymer backbones to impart specific properties like chemical resistance, thermal stability, or altered solubility.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D exploring new synthetic methodologies and fluorine chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2,5-Difluoro-4-Methylsulfanylphenyl)Methanol
CAS No.	1879026-10-4
Molecular Formula	C8H8F2OS
Molecular Weight	190.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-(Methylthio)-2,5-difluorophenyl)methanol; 2,5-Difluoro-4-(methylthio)benzenemethanol; 4-(Methylsulfanyl)-2,5-difluorobenzyl alcohol; 2,5-Difluoro-4-methylsulfanylbenzyl alcohol; (2,5-Difluoro-4-(methylsulfanyl)phenyl)methanol; α-Hydroxymethyl-2,5-difluoro-4-methylthio benzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2,5-Difluoro-4-Methylsulfanylphenyl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical R&D and production processes.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.