Description

2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-4-Pyridinol is a highly fluorinated pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a hydroxyl group on a perfluorinated pyridine ring, makes it a versatile intermediate for introducing fluorine atoms into complex molecules, thereby modifying their physical, chemical, and biological properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients with enhanced stability, bioavailability, and efficacy.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) drugs and antiviral agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved environmental profiles and target specificity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Used in the development of fluorinated components for high-performance liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Organic Electronics: Intermediate for synthesizing electron-transport materials and fluorinated semiconductors used in OLEDs and organic photovoltaics.
• Fluorinated Polymer Modifiers: Imparts unique surface properties, chemical resistance, and thermal stability to specialty polymers and coatings.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new fluorination methodologies and creating compound libraries for high-throughput screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-4-Pyridinol
CAS No.	2693-66-5
Molecular Formula	C5HF4NO
Molecular Weight	179.06 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pyridinol, 2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-; 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-4-hydroxypyridine; 4-Hydroxy-2,3,5,6-tetrafluoropyridine; Tetrafluoropyridin-4-ol; Perfluoropyridin-4-ol; 2693-66-5; NSC 523925
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-4-Pyridinol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and residual solvents. Our quality commitment ensures material integrity for your most demanding R&D and production applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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%
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.