Description

4-Butoxy-2,6-Difluorobenzylalcohol is a fluorinated benzyl alcohol derivative characterized by its unique butoxy and difluoro substitution pattern. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of complex molecules in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists seeking to introduce specific fluorinated aromatic motifs into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially 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 difluorobenzyl moiety can influence biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacturing of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Organic Electronic Materials: A potential building block for novel organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for method development and the creation of novel fluorinated compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Butoxy-2,6-Difluorobenzylalcohol
CAS No.	438050-19-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₄F₂O₂
Molecular Weight	216.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Difluoro-4-butoxybenzyl alcohol; (2,6-Difluoro-4-butoxyphenyl)methanol; 4-(Butoxy)-2,6-difluorobenzyl alcohol; Benzenemethanol, 2,6-difluoro-4-butoxy-; 438050-19-2; 4-n-Butoxy-2,6-difluorobenzyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Butoxy-2,6-Difluorobenzylalcohol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP requirements for pharmaceutical intermediates.

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 and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.