Description

2-Bromo-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol CAS NO 875664-30-5 is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic building block characterized by its bromine and trifluoromethyl substituents. This compound is essential for introducing specific steric and electronic properties into target molecules, enabling advanced material and pharmaceutical development. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of complex intermediates and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to develop molecular probes and tags for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	875664-30-5
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrF3O
Molecular Weight	255.04 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Bromo-α-(trifluoromethyl)-5-bromobenzyl alcohol; (2-Bromo-5-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanol; 5-Bromo-α,α,α-trifluoro-o-tolyl alcohol; 2-Bromo-α,α,α-trifluoro-5-methylbenzyl alcohol; 2-Bromo-5-trifluoromethylbenzyl alcohol; Benzyl alcohol, 2-bromo-5-(trifluoromethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each 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 every shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our commitment to cGMP principles and ISO-aligned processes guarantees a reliable supply of high-purity material for your most demanding applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

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