Description

2,3-Difluoro-4-Pentylphenol is a fluorinated phenolic compound featuring a pentyl side chain, offering unique electronic and steric properties for advanced chemical synthesis. This specialty intermediate is valued for its ability to act as a versatile building block in the development of complex molecules, particularly in high-performance material science. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and liquid crystal industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for introducing fluorine atoms to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the difluorophenol moiety can enhance biological activity and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Acts as a crucial precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies (LCDs), contributing to improved dielectric anisotropy and stability.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers, coatings, and resins to impart specific thermal, chemical, or surface properties.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated for use in the development of organic semiconductors, OLEDs, and other electronic components due to its electron-withdrawing characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Difluoro-4-Pentylphenol
CAS No.	887582-85-6
Molecular Formula	C11H14F2O
Molecular Weight	200.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pentyl-2,3-difluorophenol; 2,3-Difluoro-4-n-pentylphenol; 4-Amyl-2,3-difluorophenol; 2,3-Difluoro-4-pentyl-phenol; Phenol, 2,3-difluoro-4-pentyl-; 887582-85-6 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Difluoro-4-Pentylphenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical data is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.