Description

2,6-Difluoro-3-Methoxyphenol is a fluorinated phenolic compound that serves as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring fluorine atoms and a methoxy group, makes it a critical intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly in areas requiring fluorinated aromatic systems to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the difluoromethoxyphenol moiety contributes to efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated compounds for electronic display applications.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers with enhanced chemical resistance or specific optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on developing new fluorination methodologies and creating complex aromatic ethers.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Difluoro-3-Methoxyphenol
CAS No.	886498-60-8
Molecular Formula	C7H6F2O2
Molecular Weight	160.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methoxy-2,6-difluorophenol; 2,6-Difluoro-3-methoxy-1-phenol; 2,6-Difluoro-m-anisole; 1-Hydroxy-2,6-difluoro-3-methoxybenzene; Phenol, 2,6-difluoro-3-methoxy-; 886498-60-8; 2,6-Difluoro-3-methoxyphenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Difluoro-3-Methoxyphenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for our customers' critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤0.5%; Total impurities ≤1.5%

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