Description

3-Fluoro-5-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzyl Alcohol, 97% is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique combination of fluorine and trifluoromethoxy substituents, which impart significant electronic and steric properties to target molecules. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in areas targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance displays.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifier to introduce fluorinated aromatic units into polymers, improving their chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Utilized in the development of materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research: Acts as a versatile building block in medicinal chemistry and material science research for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-5-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzyl Alcohol, 97%
CAS No.	86256-47-5
Molecular Formula	C8H6F4O2
Molecular Weight	210.13 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Fluoro-5-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl)methanol; α,α,α-Trifluoro-m-fluoroanisyl alcohol; 3-Fluoro-5-(trifluoromethoxy)benzenemethanol; 1-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-fluoro-5-(trifluoromethoxy)benzene; 3-Fluoro-5-trifluoromethoxybenzyl alcohol; 3-Fluoro-5-(trifluoromethoxy)benzylalcohol; 86256-47-5; 3-Fluoro-5-(trifluoromethoxy)phenylmethanol
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Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-5-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzyl Alcohol, 97% is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming the product meets the specified 97% minimum purity and impurity profile. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients' regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0% Any single unknown impurity ≤ 1.0%

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