Description

4-Ethoxy-2,3-Difluorobenzylalcohol is a high-purity fluorinated benzyl alcohol derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in the unique reactivity imparted by the ethoxy and difluoro substitution pattern on the aromatic ring, making it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development teams and production chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates targeting CNS disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the production of fluorinated liquid crystals for advanced display technologies.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the synthesis of charge-transport materials or emissive layers for OLEDs and other electronic devices.
• Complex Ligand Synthesis: Useful for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Custom Fluorination Chemistry: A valuable starting material for further selective fluorination or functionalization reactions in medicinal chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethoxy-2,3-Difluorobenzylalcohol
CAS No.	293299-94-2
Molecular Formula	C9H10F2O2
Molecular Weight	188.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Ethoxy-2,3-difluorophenyl)methanol; 2,3-Difluoro-4-ethoxybenzyl Alcohol; 4-Ethoxy-2,3-difluorobenzenemethanol; 1-(4-Ethoxy-2,3-difluorophenyl)methanol; α-Hydroxymethyl-4-ethoxy-2,3-difluorobenzene; Benzyl alcohol, 4-ethoxy-2,3-difluoro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Ethoxy-2,3-Difluorobenzylalcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency required for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, 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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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