Description

2,3-Dichloro-6-Fluorobenzyl Alcohol is a versatile fluorinated benzyl alcohol derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of halogen substituents, which make it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine and chlorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in high-performance displays.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Intermediate in the production of specialty polymers and small molecules for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductor applications.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Employed by fine chemical suppliers for the custom synthesis of complex, halogenated aromatic targets for client-specific projects.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial labs for exploring new reaction pathways and creating chemical libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dichloro-6-Fluorobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	886497-48-9
Molecular Formula	C7H5Cl2FO
Molecular Weight	195.02 g/mol
Synonyms	(2,3-Dichloro-6-fluorophenyl)methanol; 2,3-Dichloro-6-fluorobenzenemethanol; 1-(2,3-Dichloro-6-fluorophenyl)methanol; 2,3-Dichloro-α-fluorobenzyl alcohol; 6-Fluoro-2,3-dichlorobenzyl alcohol; 2,3-Dichloro-6-fluoro-benzylalcohol; 886497-48-9 (CAS)
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Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dichloro-6-Fluorobenzyl Alcohol is manufactured under a cGMP-compliant quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Every lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Any individual impurity ≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

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