Description

Benzenemethanol, 3-Fluoro-5-Methyl- (9Ci) is a fluorinated benzyl alcohol derivative, a versatile building block prized for its unique substitution pattern. This compound is crucial for introducing both fluorine and hydroxymethyl functional groups into complex molecular architectures, enabling fine-tuning of physicochemical properties. It is primarily sought after by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of advanced intermediates and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated aromatic cores for electronic materials, contributing to improved performance in displays.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and etherifications to construct more complex, value-added specialty chemicals.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating compound libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 3-Fluoro-5-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	518070-20-7
Molecular Formula	C8H9FO
Molecular Weight	140.16 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Fluoro-5-methylphenyl)methanol; 3-Fluoro-5-methylbenzyl alcohol; 1-(3-Fluoro-5-methylphenyl)methanol; 3-Fluoro-5-methyl-benzenemethanol; 3-Fluoro-5-methylphenylmethanol; 3-Fluoro-5-methylbenzylalcohol; 3-Fluoro-5-methyl-benzyl alcohol
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzenemethanol, 3-Fluoro-5-Methyl- (9Ci) adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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