Description

Benzenemethanol, 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluoro-, Acetate is a fluorinated aromatic ester derivative, serving as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity imparted by the pentafluoro substitution pattern, which is crucial for introducing specific physicochemical properties into target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors, particularly for developing active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, leveraging fluorine's metabolic stability and bioavailability enhancement.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the pentafluorophenyl group contributes to efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for fluorinated components in display and lighting technologies, improving thermal stability and electronic properties.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers to alter surface energy, enhance chemical resistance, or introduce specific functional groups for further reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and as a protecting group or precursor in complex multi-step synthetic routes in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluoro-, Acetate
CAS No.	2002-93-9
Molecular Formula	C9H5F5O2
Molecular Weight	240.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentafluorobenzyl Acetate; (Pentafluorophenyl)methanol Acetate; 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzyl Acetate; α-Acetoxymethylpentafluorobenzene; Pentafluorobenzyl Alcohol Acetate; PFB Acetate; Pentafluorobenzyl Ac; Benzyl alcohol, 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluoro-, acetate
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzenemethanol, 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluoro-, Acetate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, supporting compliance in regulated applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber glass or opaque to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.