Description

1,2-Benzenediol, 3-Fluoro-4-(Hydroxymethyl)- is a fluorinated catechol derivative, a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, combining a diol with a hydroxymethyl and fluorine substituent, makes it a critical building block for the development of complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) agents and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the fluorine atom enhances bioactivity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a chelating backbone for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing specialty polymers with unique thermal and chemical resistance properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic electronic materials and functional coatings.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Benzenediol, 3-Fluoro-4-(Hydroxymethyl)-
CAS No.	89735-28-4
Molecular Formula	C7H7FO3
Molecular Weight	158.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzene-1,2-diol; 3-Fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)catechol; 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-fluorobenzene-1,2-diol; 3-Fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)-1,2-benzenediol; 3-Fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)pyrocatechol; Fluorocatechol derivative; FCHM-Catechol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We supply 1,2-Benzenediol, 3-Fluoro-4-(Hydroxymethyl)- in high-purity grades suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We adhere to a strict quality management system to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and supply reliability for your critical projects.

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 compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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