Description

2-Fluoro-5-Methylbenzyl Alcohol is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a reactive benzyl alcohol group and a fluorine substituent, makes it a critical intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, improving performance and durability.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers to alter thermal stability, solubility, and chemical resistance for high-performance coatings and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and as a protecting group precursor in multi-step synthetic routes in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-5-Methylbenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	64977-30-6
Molecular Formula	C8H9FO
Molecular Weight	140.16 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Fluoro-5-methylphenyl)methanol; 5-Methyl-2-fluorobenzyl Alcohol; 2-Fluoro-5-methylbenzenemethanol; 1-(2-Fluoro-5-methylphenyl)methanol; α-Fluoro-α-methyl-m-tolyl alcohol; 2-Fluoro-5-methyl-1-benzyl alcohol; 2-Fluoro-5-methylbenzylalcohol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-5-Methylbenzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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