Description

(5-Fluoro-2-Methylsulfanylphenyl)Methanol is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block featuring both a hydroxymethyl and a methylthio functional group. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the development of advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical agents. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the fluorine atom for enhanced biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers and liquid crystals, where the fluorine and sulfur groups modify material properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing molecular probes and fluorescent tags for biochemical and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-Fluoro-2-Methylsulfanylphenyl)Methanol
CAS No.	304649-75-0
Molecular Formula	C8H9FOS
Molecular Weight	172.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Methylthio)-5-fluorobenzyl alcohol; (5-Fluoro-2-(methylthio)phenyl)methanol; 5-Fluoro-2-(methylmercapto)benzyl alcohol; 1-(5-Fluoro-2-(methylthio)phenyl)methanol; α-Hydroxymethyl-5-fluoro-2-methylthio benzene; 5-Fluoro-2-methylsulfanyl-benzenemethanol; Benzenemethanol, 5-fluoro-2-(methylthio)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (5-Fluoro-2-Methylsulfanylphenyl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.