Description

Benzenemethanol, 2,6-Difluoro-4-Hydroxy- (9Ci) is a fluorinated benzyl alcohol derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both hydroxyl and fluorine substituents, provides a versatile platform for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides that benefit from fluorine's metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display and lighting materials.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine and phenol functionalities into polymer chains, enhancing material properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in developing new fluorination methodologies and complex molecule assembly.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized fluorinated colorants with improved lightfastness and chemical resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 2,6-Difluoro-4-Hydroxy- (9Ci)
CAS No.	438049-36-6
Molecular Formula	C7H6F2O2
Molecular Weight	160.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Difluoro-4-hydroxybenzenemethanol; 4-Hydroxy-2,6-difluorobenzyl alcohol; (2,6-Difluoro-4-hydroxyphenyl)methanol; 2,6-Difluoro-4-hydroxybenzyl alcohol; 2,6-Difluoro-p-hydroxybenzyl alcohol; 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-3,5-difluorophenol; 3,5-Difluoro-4-hydroxybenzyl alcohol
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Quality Control

Our Benzenemethanol, 2,6-Difluoro-4-Hydroxy- (9Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
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.