Description

1-(2-Bromo-4-Fluorophenyl)Ethanol is a versatile chiral building block and key organic intermediate. This compound is valued for its bromine and fluorine substituents, which impart unique reactivity and physicochemical properties, making it essential for advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical R&D teams and fine chemical manufacturers for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex agrochemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the preparation of specialty monomers and polymers with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and process optimization studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Bromo-4-Fluorophenyl)Ethanol
CAS No.	261711-20-0
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrFO
Molecular Weight	219.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-4-fluoro-α-methylbenzyl alcohol; (2-Bromo-4-fluorophenyl)methylcarbinol; 1-(2-Bromo-4-fluorophenyl)ethan-1-ol; α-Methyl-2-bromo-4-fluorobenzyl alcohol; 2-Bromo-4-fluoro-α-phenethyl alcohol; 1-(2-Bromo-4-fluorophenyl)ethyl alcohol; (RS)-1-(2-Bromo-4-fluorophenyl)ethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1-(2-Bromo-4-Fluorophenyl)Ethanol adheres to stringent in-process controls and final batch testing to ensure consistent high purity and chemical identity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, enantiomeric excess (where applicable), and impurity profiles. Our quality management system supports compliance with cGMP and ISO standards for reliable supply to regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

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