Description

1-(Pentafluorophenyl)Ethanol, 97 is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic alcohol, a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique electronic properties imparted by the pentafluorophenyl group, which can dramatically influence reactivity and molecular interactions. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries developing novel active ingredients and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic motifs to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorinated moiety can improve efficacy and environmental profile.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and transition metal catalysis.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: An important building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymer chains to impart specific properties such as chemical resistance, thermal stability, or altered surface energy.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to create complex biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Pentafluorophenyl)Ethanol, 97
CAS No.	830-50-2
Molecular Formula	C8H5F5O
Molecular Weight	212.12 g/mol
Synonyms	α-(Pentafluorophenyl)ethanol; (Pentafluorophenyl)methyl carbinol; 1-(Perfluorophenyl)ethanol; 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluoro-α-methylbenzyl alcohol; 1-Hydroxyethyl-2,3,4,5,6-pentafluorobenzene; Pentafluorophenylethanol; 830-50-2; 1-(2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorophenyl)ethan-1-ol
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Quality Control

Our 1-(Pentafluorophenyl)Ethanol, 97 is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure it meets the declared 97% minimum purity and consistent impurity profile. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific tests is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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