Description

2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzhydrol CAS NO 727-98-0 is a versatile fluorinated organic intermediate characterized by a benzhydrol core substituted with a trifluoromethyl group. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce lipophilicity and metabolic stability into target molecules, making it a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in CNS and anti-inflammatory drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated compounds for electronic display applications.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials and host molecules in OLED devices.
• Advanced Material Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for creating novel polymers and specialty chemicals with unique properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Useful substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzhydrol
CAS No.	727-98-0
Molecular Formula	C14H11F3O
Molecular Weight	252.23 g/mol
Synonyms	α-(Trifluoromethyl)benzhydrol; (2-Trifluoromethylphenyl)phenylmethanol; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)diphenylmethanol; Benzhydrol, 2-(trifluoromethyl)-; [Phenyl(2-trifluoromethylphenyl)methanol]; α-Phenyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol; (2-Trifluoromethylphenyl)(phenyl)methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzhydrol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are 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, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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