Description

Benzenemethanol, 5-Fluoro-2-Hydroxy- is a fluorinated phenolic alcohol derivative, serving as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both a hydroxyl and a fluorobenzyl group, makes it a critical building block for constructing more complex active pharmaceutical ingredients and advanced materials. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific fluorinated motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and oncology research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to develop novel herbicides and pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display and lighting materials.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers to alter solubility, thermal stability, and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a ligand or a functionalized starting material in cross-coupling and other catalytic reactions.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Useful for creating fluorescent probes or biochemical tags due to its reactive phenolic and benzylic sites.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 5-Fluoro-2-Hydroxy-
CAS No.	2357-33-7
Molecular Formula	C7H7FO2
Molecular Weight	142.13 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzyl alcohol; 2-Hydroxy-5-fluorobenzyl alcohol; (5-Fluoro-2-hydroxyphenyl)methanol; 5-Fluorosalicyl alcohol; 2-Hydroxy-5-fluorobenzenemethanol; 5-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzenemethanol; 5-Fluorosaligenin; 5-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzylalcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzenemethanol, 5-Fluoro-2-Hydroxy- is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

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). Due to its sensitivity to light and potential for oxidation, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. 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%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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