Description

2,4-Difluorobenzeneethanol is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity imparted by the difluoro substitution pattern, which allows for precise tuning of electronic and steric properties in target molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, improving charge transport and thermal stability.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers to alter surface properties, chemical resistance, and thermal performance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck reactions, to introduce the 2,4-difluorophenethyl moiety into complex molecular architectures.
• Fluorescent Probe Development: Utilized in research for creating fluorophore tags and molecular sensors used in biochemical assays and diagnostics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Difluorobenzeneethanol
CAS No.	81228-02-6
Molecular Formula	C8H8F2O
Molecular Weight	158.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)ethanol; 2,4-Difluorophenethyl Alcohol; 2,4-Difluoro-β-phenylethanol; 2,4-DFPEA; (2,4-Difluorophenyl)ethan-1-ol; β-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)ethanol; 1-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)-2-hydroxyethane
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Difluorobenzeneethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

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 strong bases and incompatible materials. 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 (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.