Description

4-(4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Heptan-4-Ol CAS NO 76500-05-5 is a specialized fluorinated tertiary alcohol building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in the unique combination of a bulky heptanol chain and a lipophilic, electron-withdrawing trifluoromethylphenyl group, enabling precise modulation of molecular properties. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients, as well as in materials science for creating specialty monomers and liquid crystals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly where the trifluoromethyl group is used to enhance metabolic stability, lipophilicity, and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structural motifs can contribute to improved activity and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Used in the research and production of fluorinated liquid crystal compounds for display technologies, leveraging its rigid aromatic core and flexible alkyl chain.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Acts as a building block for synthesizing polymers with specific thermal, optical, or surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules via reactions at the tertiary alcohol functionality.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in organic electronic materials and as a component in advanced coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Heptan-4-Ol
CAS No.	76500-05-5
Molecular Formula	C14H19F3O
Molecular Weight	260.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl]heptan-4-ol; 4-Heptanol, 4-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-; 4-(4-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-4-heptanol; 4-(α,α,α-Trifluoro-p-tolyl)heptan-4-ol; 1,1,1-Trifluoro-4-(1-hydroxy-1-ethylbutyl)-4'-methylbiphenyl (related); Heptan-4-ol, 4-(4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)-; 76500-05-5
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Quality Control

Our 4-(4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Heptan-4-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis projects.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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