Description

4-(4-Fluoro-3-Methylphenyl)Benzyl Alcohol is a high-purity, fluorinated aromatic alcohol building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly within the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystal materials, and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of novel pharmaceutical candidates, especially kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Building block for advanced agrochemicals, including herbicides and fungicides with enhanced activity.
• Precursor in the development of organic electronic materials and liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Versatile starting material for custom synthesis and contract research organizations (CROs) serving the life sciences industry.
• Used in academic and industrial research for exploring structure-activity relationships (SAR) in medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Fluoro-3-Methylphenyl)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	885964-14-7
Molecular Formula	C14H13FO
Molecular Weight	216.25 g/mol
Synonyms	[4-(4-Fluoro-3-methylphenyl)phenyl]methanol; 1-[4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenyl]-4-fluoro-2-methylbenzene; (4'-Fluoro-3'-methyl[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl)methanol; 4-(4-Fluoro-3-methylphenyl)benzenemethanol; 4-(4-Fluoro-3-methylphenyl)benzylalcohol; 4-(4-Fluoro-3-methylphenyl)phenylmethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Fluoro-3-Methylphenyl)Benzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to support your R&D and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere to prevent degradation.

Specification

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