Description

3,4,4'-Trifluorobenzhydrol is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic alcohol building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique electronic and steric properties imparted by the trifluoromethyl and hydroxyl groups, enabling precise molecular modifications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine atoms enhance bioavailability and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier for creating specialty polymers with enhanced chemical resistance and thermal properties.
• Organic Electronics: Employed in the synthesis of charge-transport materials and emitters for OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) applications.
• Chemical Research: A versatile building block for constructing complex, fluorinated molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4,4'-Trifluorobenzhydrol
CAS No.	844856-30-0
Molecular Formula	C13H9F3O
Molecular Weight	238.21 g/mol
Synonyms	[3,4-Bis(fluoranyl)phenyl]-[4-fluorophenyl]methanol; α-(3,4-Difluorophenyl)-4-fluorobenzyl alcohol; 1-(3,4-Difluorophenyl)-1-(4-fluorophenyl)methanol; Benzhydrol, 3,4,4'-trifluoro-; 3,4,4'-Trifluorodiphenylmethanol
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Quality Control

Our 3,4,4'-Trifluorobenzhydrol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer 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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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