Description

2-(2-Bromo-4-Fluorophenyl)Ethan-1-Ol is a high-purity, versatile aromatic alcohol building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromo and fluoro substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the halogenated phenyl moiety for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated organic electronic materials, where the bromine atom allows for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a standard building block in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and library synthesis.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A starting material for the custom production of specialty fine chemicals and complex organic molecules on a commercial scale.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Bromo-4-Fluorophenyl)Ethan-1-Ol
CAS No.	866029-22-3
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrFO
Molecular Weight	219.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Bromo-4-fluorophenyl)ethanol; 2-Bromo-4-fluorophenethyl alcohol; 1-(2-Bromo-4-fluorophenyl)ethan-2-ol; 2-Bromo-4-fluoro-β-hydroxyethylbenzene; (2-Bromo-4-fluorophenyl)ethanol; 2-Br-4-F-C6H3-CH2CH2OH; β-(2-Bromo-4-fluorophenyl)ethyl alcohol
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(2-Bromo-4-Fluorophenyl)Ethan-1-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most critical synthesis steps.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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