Description

(6-Fluorobenzo[B]Thiophen-2-Yl)Methanol is a high-purity fluorinated benzothiophene derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular scaffold, which is essential for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and biological properties. This compound is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in kinase inhibitor and CNS drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of new-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the fluorine atom for enhanced bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, such as semiconductors and light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), due to its conjugated benzothiophene core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for constructing complex ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: Serves as a model compound for investigating structure-activity relationships (SAR) in fluorinated heterocyclic systems.
• Custom Synthesis Projects: Supplied to contract research organizations (CROs) and custom synthesis facilities for client-specific molecule construction.

Basic Information

Product Name	(6-Fluorobenzo[B]Thiophen-2-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	212078-70-1
Molecular Formula	C9H7FOS
Molecular Weight	182.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymethyl)-6-fluorobenzo[b]thiophene; 6-Fluoro-2-benzothiophenemethanol; (6-Fluorobenzo[b]thien-2-yl)methanol; 6-Fluorobenzo[b]thiophene-2-methanol; 6-Fluoro-2-hydroxymethylbenzothiophene; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-6-fluoro-1-benzothiophene; 6-Fluoro-2-benzothienylmethanol; 6-Fluoro-2-thianaphthenemethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (6-Fluorobenzo[B]Thiophen-2-Yl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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