Description

2-Fluoro-2-Bromo-Ethanol is a versatile bifunctional organohalogen building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both fluorine and bromine substituents on the same carbon atom adjacent to a hydroxyl group, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of fluorinated drug candidates, including potential enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with enhanced biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Used in the synthesis of specialized monomers for fluorinated polymers and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as an electrophile in nucleophilic substitution reactions or as a handle for further functional group transformations in complex molecule assembly.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: A valuable compound for academic and industrial research exploring new methodologies in fluorination and C-F bond activation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-2-Bromo-Ethanol
CAS No.	459424-41-0
Molecular Formula	C2H4BrFO
Molecular Weight	142.95 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-2-fluoroethanol; 2-Fluoro-2-bromoethan-1-ol; Ethanol, 2-bromo-2-fluoro-; 2-Fluoro-2-bromoethyl alcohol; α-Bromo-α-fluoroethanol; 1-Bromo-1-fluoro-2-hydroxyethane; FBrEtOH (abbreviation); 2-Bromo-2-fluoro-1-ethanol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-2-Bromo-Ethanol is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity and NMR confirmation, with each shipment. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C to maintain stability. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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