Description

Benzenemethanol, 2,6-Difluoro-4-Methyl- (9Ci) is a fluorinated benzyl alcohol derivative, a high-value intermediate prized for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a critical building block for the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific fluorine and hydroxymethyl functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, contributing to improved performance and durability.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, altering physical properties for specialty coatings and high-performance resins.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and etherifications to create complex fluorinated aromatic compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial laboratories exploring new synthetic methodologies and fluorine chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 2,6-Difluoro-4-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	252004-32-3
Molecular Formula	C8H8F2O
Molecular Weight	158.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Difluoro-4-methylbenzyl alcohol; (2,6-Difluoro-4-methylphenyl)methanol; 4-Methyl-2,6-difluorobenzyl alcohol; 2,6-Difluoro-p-tolylmethanol; α-Hydroxy-2,6-difluoro-4-methyltoluene; 2,6-Difluoro-4-methylbenzenemethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzenemethanol, 2,6-Difluoro-4-Methyl- (9Ci) adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to confirm identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP manufacturing standards for pharmaceutical 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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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