Description

4-Fluoro-3-(Hydroxymethyl)Phenol CAS NO 438049-37-7 is a versatile fluorinated phenolic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl and a benzylic alcohol group, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates targeting central nervous system and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the fluorine atom enhances bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or precursor for synthesizing specialty polymers, epoxy resins, and liquid crystal materials requiring specific dielectric and optical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new fluorination chemistry, cross-coupling reactions, and protecting group strategies.
• Material Science Additive: Potential use as a modifying agent or cross-linker in high-performance coatings, adhesives, and composites to improve chemical resistance and thermal stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-3-(Hydroxymethyl)Phenol
CAS No.	438049-37-7
Molecular Formula	C7H7FO2
Molecular Weight	142.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-fluorophenol; 4-Fluoro-3-hydroxybenzyl alcohol; 4-Fluoro-3-(hydroxymethyl)phenol; 3-Hydroxymethyl-4-fluorophenol; 4-Fluoro-3-(hydroxymethyl)benzenol; (4-Fluoro-3-hydroxyphenyl)methanol; 2-Fluoro-5-hydroxybenzyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluoro-3-(Hydroxymethyl)Phenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. 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, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. 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%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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