Description

[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4,4'-Diol, 3,3'-Difluoro- is a high-purity, fluorinated biphenyl derivative that serves as a critical advanced intermediate in the synthesis of high-performance materials. Its value lies in the unique combination of a rigid biphenyl core with hydroxyl and fluorine substituents, enabling precise tuning of material properties such as thermal stability, solubility, and electronic characteristics. This compound is essential for R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, liquid crystal, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop next-generation products.

Application

• Liquid Crystal (LC) Manufacturing: A key monomer for synthesizing fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in advanced display technologies (LCDs), where it contributes to improved response times, wider viewing angles, and enhanced thermal stability.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a sophisticated building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where the biphenyl scaffold and fluorine atoms are required for target binding and metabolic stability.
• Polymer & Material Science: Used to create high-performance polymers, including polyesters, polycarbonates, and epoxy resins, where it imparts enhanced heat resistance, low dielectric constant, and chemical inertness.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a precursor for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED devices, leveraging its stable conjugated structure and fluorine atoms for improved device efficiency and longevity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the development of novel agrochemicals, where the fluorinated biphenyl structure can enhance biological activity and environmental persistence profiles.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial chemists exploring new organic semiconductors, ligands for catalysis, and other functional organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4,4'-Diol, 3,3'-Difluoro-
CAS No.	396-86-1
Molecular Formula	C12H8F2O2
Molecular Weight	222.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3'-Difluoro-4,4'-biphenyldiol; 3,3'-Difluoro-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4,4'-diol; 4,4'-Dihydroxy-3,3'-difluorobiphenyl; 3,3'-Difluorobiphenyl-4,4'-diol; 3F-BP; F-BP Diol; Difluorobiphenyldiol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4,4'-Diol, 3,3'-Difluoro- is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for advanced synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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