Description

2,6-Difluoro-4-Methoxybenzylamine is a high-value fluorinated aromatic amine building block. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical agents and agrochemicals, where the fluorine atoms and methoxy group impart desirable biological activity and metabolic stability. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery and development for central nervous system (CNS) and oncology targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the difluoro-methoxybenzyl motif contributes to efficacy and environmental profile.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its unique electronic properties.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A key starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Difluoro-4-Methoxybenzylamine
CAS No.	771573-20-7
Molecular Formula	C8H9F2NO
Molecular Weight	173.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxy-2,6-difluorobenzylamine; (2,6-Difluoro-4-methoxyphenyl)methanamine; 2,6-Difluoro-4-methoxybenzenemethanamine; 2,6-Difluoro-p-anisylamine; 2,6-Difluoro-4-methoxybenzyl amine; Benzenemethanamine, 2,6-difluoro-4-methoxy-; 771573-20-7
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Quality Control

Our 2,6-Difluoro-4-Methoxybenzylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and MS, 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 and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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