Description

2,4-Dibromo-6-Fluorobenzyl Alcohol is a halogenated benzyl alcohol derivative serving as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in providing a functional handle for further chemical elaboration, enabling the construction of complex molecules in advanced research and development. This compound is primarily needed by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, ligand synthesis, and the development of novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological or oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands or organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate in the creation of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A starting material for bespoke chemical synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dibromo-6-Fluorobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	497181-22-3
Molecular Formula	C7H5Br2FO
Molecular Weight	291.92 g/mol
Synonyms	(2,4-Dibromo-6-fluorophenyl)methanol; 2,4-Dibromo-6-fluorobenzenemethanol; 6-Fluoro-2,4-dibromobenzyl Alcohol; α-Hydroxymethyl-2,4-dibromo-6-fluorobenzene; 2,4-Dibromo-6-fluoro-benzenemethanol; 2,4-Dibromo-6-fluoro-benzylalcohol; 2,4-Dibromo-6-fluorobenzylalcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dibromo-6-Fluorobenzyl Alcohol is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry for identity confirmation and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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