Description

2,4-Dimethyl-3-Fluorobenzyl Alcohol is a versatile fluorinated aromatic alcohol building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic combination of the benzyl alcohol functionality with fluorine and methyl substituents, enabling precise modulation of electronic and steric properties in target molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the preparation of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Polymer Science: Employed as a monomer or chain modifier to introduce fluorine and aromatic groups into specialty polymers, improving their chemical resistance and thermal properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and etherifications to construct complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D.
• Flavor & Fragrance Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of specific fluorinated aromatic compounds used in high-value fragrance formulations.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2,4-Dimethyl-3-Fluorobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	26583-82-4
Molecular Formula	C9H11FO
Molecular Weight	154.18 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Fluoro-2,4-dimethylphenyl)methanol; 3-Fluoro-2,4-dimethylbenzyl Alcohol; 2,4-Dimethyl-3-fluorobenzenemethanol; 1-(3-Fluoro-2,4-dimethylphenyl)methanol; α-Hydroxymethyl-3-fluoro-2,4-dimethylbenzene; 3-Fluoro-2,4-dimethylbenzenemethanol; 26583-82-4; Benzyl alcohol, 3-fluoro-2,4-dimethyl-
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethyl-3-Fluorobenzyl Alcohol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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