Description

Benzenemethanol, 3-Chloro-2,5-Difluoro- is a halogenated benzyl alcohol derivative, a versatile and high-value fluorinated aromatic building block. Its precise molecular architecture, featuring chlorine and fluorine substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create advanced active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates targeting CNS disorders, anti-infectives, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity, metabolic stability, and lipophilicity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance displays (LCDs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials and semiconductors in OLEDs and organic photovoltaics.
• Advanced Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce halogenated benzyl groups into polymer chains, modifying thermal stability and chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new reaction pathways and creating specialized compound libraries in medicinal and materials chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 3-Chloro-2,5-Difluoro-
CAS No.	67640-34-0
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClF2O
Molecular Weight	178.56 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Chloro-2,5-difluorophenyl)methanol; 3-Chloro-2,5-difluorobenzyl alcohol; 2,5-Difluoro-3-chlorobenzyl alcohol; 3-Chloro-2,5-difluoro-benzenemethanol; 67640-34-0; Benzenemethanol, 3-chloro-2,5-difluoro-; SCHEMBL21842227
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzenemethanol, 3-Chloro-2,5-Difluoro- adheres to stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment. Our quality commitment supports compliance with REACH and other global regulatory frameworks for industrial and research use.

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). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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