Description

3-(Chloro-Difluoro-Methyl)Pentan-3-Ol is a specialized fluorinated alcohol building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both chlorine and fluorine substituents on a tertiary carbon, makes it a valuable precursor for introducing functionalized alkyl groups into target molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. It serves as a key intermediate for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly where fluorinated motifs are desired to modulate bioavailability, metabolic stability, and binding affinity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the fluorine atoms to enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, surfactants, and liquid crystals where fluorinated segments impart unique properties like oil/water repellency, chemical resistance, or altered dielectric constants.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile electrophile or a protected alcohol equivalent in complex multi-step synthetic routes for fine chemicals and complex natural product analogs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Chloro-Difluoro-Methyl)Pentan-3-Ol
CAS No.	6302-01-8
Molecular Formula	C7H13ClF2O
Molecular Weight	186.63 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Chlorodifluoromethyl)pentan-3-ol; 1-Chloro-1,1-difluoro-3-ethyl-3-pentanol; 3-Ethyl-3-(chlorodifluoromethyl)pentanol; 3-(Chlorodifluoromethyl)-3-ethylpentan-1-ol; Pentan-3-ol, 3-(chlorodifluoromethyl)-; 3-Ethyl-3-(chlorodifluoromethyl)-1-pentanol
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Quality Control

Our 3-(Chloro-Difluoro-Methyl)Pentan-3-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption or contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 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.