Description

2-[2-Fluoro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]Ethanol is a high-value fluorinated aromatic alcohol building block, essential for synthesizing advanced chemical intermediates. Its unique structure, featuring both fluorine and trifluoromethyl groups, imparts desirable properties like enhanced metabolic stability and lipophilicity to final compounds. This material is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms contribute to biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance displays (LCDs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of novel organic semiconductors and electron-transport materials for OLEDs and photovoltaic cells.
• Advanced Polymer Modifiers: Incorporated into specialty polymers to enhance chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[2-Fluoro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]Ethanol
CAS No.	886761-79-1
Molecular Formula	C9H8F4O
Molecular Weight	208.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)ethan-1-ol; 1-(2-Fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)ethanol; 2-Fluoro-α-(trifluoromethyl)benzeneethanol; 2-(2-Fluoro-5-trifluoromethylphenyl)ethanol; [2-Fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]ethanol; FTE; 886761-79-1
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Quality Control

Our 2-[2-Fluoro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]Ethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	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.