Description

Phenol, 4-Ethyl-3,5-Difluoro- (9Ci) is a fluorinated phenolic derivative, a high-value synthetic intermediate prized for its unique chemical reactivity and structural features. This compound is essential for introducing specific fluorine and ethyl-substituted phenol motifs into target molecules, enabling precise property modifications. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic systems for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms contribute to improved efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a critical starting material for creating fluorinated components in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers and resins to impart specific properties such as chemical resistance, thermal stability, or altered surface characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Used to prepare sophisticated ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions, leveraging the phenol and fluorine functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenol, 4-Ethyl-3,5-Difluoro- (9Ci)
CAS No.	326493-67-8
Molecular Formula	C8H8F2O
Molecular Weight	158.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethyl-3,5-difluorophenol; 3,5-Difluoro-4-ethylphenol; 4-Ethyl-3,5-difluorophenol (9CI); 2,6-Difluoro-4-ethylphenol; Phenol, 4-ethyl-3,5-difluoro-; 3,5-Difluoro-4-ethyl-phenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Phenol, 4-Ethyl-3,5-Difluoro- (9Ci) adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance 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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.