Description

Benzenemethanol, 3,4-Difluoro-α-Methyl- (9Ci) is a fluorinated benzyl alcohol derivative, a high-value synthetic intermediate prized for its unique chemical reactivity. Its structure, featuring both a benzylic alcohol and difluoro substitution on the aromatic ring, makes it a critical building block for introducing fluorinated motifs into more complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients with potentially enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and synthesis of new drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) agents, anti-infectives, and oncology therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms can improve biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic display technologies.
• Advanced Polymer Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers to alter physical properties such as thermal stability, chemical resistance, and solubility.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying fluorination effects and developing new catalytic methodologies.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Additive Development: Acts as a precursor for creating surface-active agents with unique properties for niche industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 3,4-Difluoro-α-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	321318-21-2
Molecular Formula	C8H8F2O
Molecular Weight	158.15 g/mol
Synonyms	(3,4-Difluorophenyl)ethanol (common misnomer); 1-(3,4-Difluorophenyl)ethanol; α-Methyl-3,4-difluorobenzyl alcohol; 3,4-Difluoro-α-methylbenzenemethanol; 1-(3,4-Difluorophenyl)ethan-1-ol; 2-(3,4-Difluorophenyl)propan-2-ol (isomeric check); 3,4-DFPEOH (abbreviation)
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Quality Control

Our Benzenemethanol, 3,4-Difluoro-α-Methyl- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your internal quality systems.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
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.