Description

(3,4-Difluoro-2-Methylphenyl)Methanol CAS NO 847502-86-7 is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic alcohol building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which incorporates fluorine atoms and a hydroxymethyl group on a substituted benzene ring, enabling precise modifications to target molecules. This compound is critically needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders, anti-infectives, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated components for electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated phenyl groups into polymer chains, altering properties like chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface energy.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new fluorination chemistry and creating specialized chemical libraries.
• Advanced Material Science: Used in the synthesis of ligands for catalysis and other functional materials requiring specific fluorinated aromatic architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3,4-Difluoro-2-Methylphenyl)Methanol
CAS No.	847502-86-7
Molecular Formula	C8H8F2O
Molecular Weight	158.15 g/mol
Synonyms	(3,4-Difluoro-2-methylphenyl)methanol; 2-Methyl-3,4-difluorobenzyl alcohol; 3,4-Difluoro-2-methylbenzenemethanol; (3,4-Difluoro-2-methyl-phenyl)-methanol; Benzenemethanol, 3,4-difluoro-2-methyl-; 847502-86-7; AI3-31033
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (3,4-Difluoro-2-Methylphenyl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.