Description

Benzenemethanol, 4-(Difluoromethoxy)-3-Ethoxy- (9Ci) is a specialized fluorinated benzyl alcohol derivative, serving as a crucial advanced intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in the unique difluoromethoxy and ethoxy substituents, which are key for modulating the physicochemical and biological properties of target molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders, inflammation, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where the difluoromethoxy group can enhance bioavailability and stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the development of fluorinated liquid crystals for advanced display technologies.
• Organic Electronics: Potential monomer or intermediate for synthesizing specialized polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D as a versatile synthon for introducing fluorinated aromatic ether motifs into complex molecular architectures.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: Acts as a model compound for studying the reactivity and applications of difluoromethoxy aromatic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 4-(Difluoromethoxy)-3-Ethoxy- (9Ci)
CAS No.	773868-64-7
Molecular Formula	C10H12F2O3
Molecular Weight	218.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Difluoromethoxy)-3-ethoxybenzyl alcohol; 3-Ethoxy-4-(difluoromethoxy)benzyl alcohol; 1-[4-(Difluoromethoxy)-3-ethoxyphenyl]methanol; Benzyl alcohol, 4-(difluoromethoxy)-3-ethoxy-; (4-(Difluoromethoxy)-3-ethoxyphenyl)methanol
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzenemethanol, 4-(Difluoromethoxy)-3-Ethoxy- (9Ci) adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each batch, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) standards for advanced pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring traceability and reliability for critical synthetic pathways.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

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