Description

2-Bromo-6-Fluoro-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic building block characterized by its unique halogen and trifluoromethyl substitution pattern. This compound is essential for medicinal chemistry research and the development of advanced materials, offering significant potential for modulating the biological activity and physicochemical properties of target molecules. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical R&D teams and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical synthon for constructing complex molecules in drug discovery programs, particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, oncology, and inflammation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine and bromine atoms enhance bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a key starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic cores used in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the design of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis, facilitating challenging cross-coupling and functionalization reactions.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymer backbones to impart specific properties such as increased chemical resistance, altered refractive index, or enhanced thermal stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-6-Fluoro-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	2090690-37-0
Molecular Formula	C9H5BrF4O
Molecular Weight	285.04 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Bromo-6-fluoro-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanol; 1-(2-Bromo-6-fluoro-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanol; α-Bromo-α,α,α',α'-tetrafluoro-o-toluyl alcohol; 2-Bromo-6-fluoro-3-trifluoromethylbenzyl alcohol; Benzyl alcohol, 2-bromo-6-fluoro-3-(trifluoromethyl)-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-6-Fluoro-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive R&D and scale-up processes. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary. Keep away from strong acids/bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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