Description

3-Chloro-5-Fluoro-4-Methoxybenzyl Alcohol is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogenated and methoxylated benzyl alcohol structure makes it a critical intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the chloro-fluoro substitution pattern enhances biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier for introducing specific functional groups into specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions, etherifications, and as a protected benzaldehyde equivalent in multi-step syntheses.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-5-Fluoro-4-Methoxybenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	886497-33-2
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClFO2
Molecular Weight	190.60 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Chloro-5-fluoro-4-methoxyphenyl)methanol; 3-Chloro-5-fluoro-4-methoxybenzenemethanol; 4-Methoxy-3-chloro-5-fluorobenzyl Alcohol; 886497-33-2; Benzyl alcohol, 3-chloro-5-fluoro-4-methoxy-; 3-Chloro-5-fluoro-4-methoxy-benzyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-5-Fluoro-4-Methoxybenzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage and handling.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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