Description

3-(4-Fluorophenyl)-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Indan-1-Ol is a high-value fluorinated indanol derivative, a key chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a fluorophenyl and a trifluoromethyl group, makes it an essential intermediate for creating molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a core component in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance electronic displays.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials and host compounds in OLED device fabrication.
• Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Utilized in the development of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Advanced Material Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for creating novel polymers and functional materials with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Fluorophenyl)-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Indan-1-Ol
CAS No.	85118-30-5
Molecular Formula	C16H12F4O
Molecular Weight	296.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-Fluorophenyl)-6-(trifluoromethyl)-1-indanol; 3-(p-Fluorophenyl)-6-(trifluoromethyl)indan-1-ol; 6-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-(4-fluorophenyl)-1-indanol; 85118-30-5; Fluorinated Indanol Derivative; Trifluoromethyl Indanol Intermediate
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Quality Control

We maintain a strict quality management system aligned with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates. Every batch of 3-(4-Fluorophenyl)-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Indan-1-Ol is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis for enantiomeric excess, and NMR/IR for structural confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your project specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% e.e. (Specific enantiomer available)
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.