Description

4-Fluorophenethyl Alcohol is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the phenethyl alcohol scaffold bearing a fluorine substituent, which is crucial for modulating the biological activity, metabolic stability, and physicochemical properties of target molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of fluorinated drug candidates, including potential CNS agents, anti-inflammatory compounds, and antimicrobials.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom enhances lipophilicity and target binding.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated aromatic cores for electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Peptide Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated aromatic side chains into peptides, altering their conformation and stability for biochemical studies.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: A valuable substrate for studying fluorination reactions and structure-activity relationships (SAR) in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a starting material or intermediate for various specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced polymers.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-Fluorophenethyl Alcohol
CAS No.	7589-27-7
Molecular Formula	C8H9FO
Molecular Weight	140.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Fluorophenyl)ethanol; 4-Fluorophenylethyl Alcohol; 4-Fluorobenzeneethanol; (4-Fluorophenyl)ethanol; p-Fluorophenethyl Alcohol; 2-(p-Fluorophenyl)ethanol; 4-Fluoro-β-phenethyl Alcohol; 4-Fluorophenethanol
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Quality Control

Our 4-Fluorophenethyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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