Description

2-Bromo-3,3,3-Trifluoropropan-1-Ol is a versatile fluorinated organic building block, valued for its unique combination of a reactive bromine atom and a trifluoromethyl group attached to a propanol backbone. This structure makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing advanced molecules with enhanced properties like metabolic stability and lipophilicity. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the trifluoromethyl group can improve biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in liquid crystal displays (LCDs), enhancing their dielectric and optical properties.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers to impart unique characteristics such as oil repellency, chemical resistance, and low surface energy.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions to introduce the 3,3,3-trifluoro-2-hydroxypropyl moiety into complex molecular architectures.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in R&D for creating novel fluorinated surfactants, coatings, and electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3,3,3-Trifluoropropan-1-Ol
CAS No.	311-86-4
Molecular Formula	C3H4BrF3O
Molecular Weight	192.96 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-3,3,3-trifluoro-1-propanol; 3,3,3-Trifluoro-2-bromopropan-1-ol; 3-Bromo-1,1,1-trifluoro-2-propanol; 1-Propanol, 2-bromo-3,3,3-trifluoro-; 2-Bromo-3,3,3-trifluoropropyl alcohol; NSC 88201; 3,3,3-Trifluoro-2-bromopropyl alcohol
EINECS	206-226-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-3,3,3-Trifluoropropan-1-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C for extended stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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