Description

m-Phenoxy-p-Fluorobenzyl Alcohol CAS NO 68359-53-5 is a key fluorinated aromatic intermediate of significant commercial importance. Its value lies in its versatile benzyl alcohol and phenoxy ether functional groups, which make it a crucial building block for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries for developing active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of modern pyrethroid and other fluorinated insecticides and pesticides.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging the fluorine atom for metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Serves as a starting material for fluorinated compounds used in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other electronic applications.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic synthesis to introduce the (m-phenoxy-p-fluorophenyl)methanol moiety into more complex molecular architectures.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier for creating specialty polymers with specific optical or chemical resistance properties.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	m-Phenoxy-p-Fluorobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	68359-53-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₁FO₂
Molecular Weight	218.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Phenoxy-4-fluorobenzyl alcohol; (3-Phenoxy-4-fluorophenyl)methanol; 4-Fluoro-3-phenoxybenzyl alcohol; m-Phenoxy-p-fluorobenzylalcohol; 3-Phenoxy-4-fluoro-benzenemethanol; Benzenemethanol, 3-phenoxy-4-fluoro-; Fluorophenoxybenzyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our m-Phenoxy-p-Fluorobenzyl Alcohol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%

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