Description

Benzeneethanol, 3-Fluoro-4-Hydroxy- is a fluorinated phenolic derivative of phenethyl alcohol, offering a unique combination of aromatic and polar functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile pharmaceutical intermediate and a specialized building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries to introduce fluorinated phenolic motifs into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated components used in electronic displays.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate for creating complex molecules in fragrance, dye, and specialty polymer research.
• Biochemical Research: Potential use as a probe or substrate in enzymatic studies due to its phenolic and fluorinated structure.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new fluorination chemistry pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzeneethanol, 3-Fluoro-4-Hydroxy-
CAS No.	5497-21-2
Molecular Formula	C8H9FO2
Molecular Weight	156.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3-Fluoro-4-hydroxyphenyl)ethanol; 3-Fluoro-4-hydroxyphenethyl alcohol; 4-Hydroxy-3-fluorophenethyl alcohol; 2-(4-Hydroxy-3-fluorophenyl)ethan-1-ol; (3-Fluoro-4-hydroxyphenyl)ethanol; 3-Fluoro-4-hydroxybenzeneethanol; 5497-21-2 (CAS Index Name)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzeneethanol, 3-Fluoro-4-Hydroxy- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from 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%

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