Description

2-[2-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenoxy]Ethanol is a versatile fluorinated aromatic ether-alcohol building block. This compound matters for its unique trifluoromethylphenoxy moiety, which imparts desirable properties like enhanced lipophilicity and metabolic stability to target molecules. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of advanced intermediates and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly in areas requiring fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl group enhances bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display and lighting materials.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine-containing side chains into polymers to alter surface properties and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Valuable synthon in medicinal and combinatorial chemistry for creating diverse chemical libraries.
• Surface Active Agent Research: Investigated for use in specialty surfactants and coatings due to its unique hydrophobic segment.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[2-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenoxy]Ethanol
CAS No.	313655-35-5
Molecular Formula	C9H9F3O2
Molecular Weight	206.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[2-(Trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]ethan-1-ol; 2-(2-Trifluoromethylphenoxy)ethanol; 1-[2-(Trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]-2-ethanol; Ethanol, 2-[2-(trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]-; α-(2-Trifluoromethylphenoxy)ethanol; 2-Hydroxyethyl 2-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl ether; o-Trifluoromethylphenoxyethanol
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Quality Control

Our 2-[2-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenoxy]Ethanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorinating agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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