Description

3-Fluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol is a high-value fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both fluorine and a trifluoromethyl group on the benzyl alcohol scaffold, makes it a critical intermediate for developing compounds with tailored physicochemical properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients, where its fluorinated motif can enhance metabolic stability, bioavailability, and binding affinity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders, oncology, and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms contribute to improved lipophilicity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance display technologies.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of novel organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials for OLEDs and photovoltaic cells.
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating specialty fluoropolymers with unique surface properties and chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reactions and creating complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	261951-83-1
Molecular Formula	C8H6F4O
Molecular Weight	194.13 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Fluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanol; α,α,α-Trifluoro-3-fluoro-o-tolylcarbinol; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-fluorobenzyl Alcohol; 1-(3-Fluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanol; 3-Fluoro-α,α,α-trifluoro-o-tolylcarbinol; 3-Fluoro-2-trifluoromethylbenzenemethanol; Benzyl alcohol, 3-fluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Fluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and high purity. Our standard quality commitment includes comprehensive identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing lot-specific results are available for all shipments, providing full traceability and compliance data for your regulatory needs.

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 hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
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.