Description

Benzeneethanol, 2,5-Difluoro- is a fluorinated aromatic alcohol building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is needed by research chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystal materials, and novel agrochemicals where the introduction of fluorine atoms is critical for modulating biological activity and physicochemical properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical intermediate for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates.
• Key building block in agrochemical research for creating new herbicides and pesticides.
• Precursor for advanced materials, such as fluorinated liquid crystals for display technology.
• Intermediate in organic synthesis for introducing the 2,5-difluorophenethyl moiety.
• Research chemical for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) in medicinal chemistry.
• Starting material for the preparation of specialized ligands and catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzeneethanol, 2,5-Difluoro-
CAS No.	862255-56-9
Molecular Formula	C8H8F2O
Molecular Weight	158.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Difluorophenethyl Alcohol; 2-(2,5-Difluorophenyl)ethanol; 1-(2,5-Difluorophenyl)ethan-1-ol; 2,5-Difluoro-β-phenylethanol; (2,5-Difluorophenyl)ethanol; 2,5-DFPEA; 2,5-Difluorobenzeneethanol
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Quality Control

Our Benzeneethanol, 2,5-Difluoro- is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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