Description

2-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol is a versatile fluorinated benzyl alcohol derivative, serving as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique combination of the benzyl alcohol moiety and the electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl group, which imparts desirable properties to final compounds. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and fine chemicals requiring specific steric and electronic profiles.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated compounds used in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifier to introduce fluorine into polymer backbones, improving chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Custom Synthesis & R&D: A valuable starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and academic labs exploring fluorochemistry and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	888739-68-2
Molecular Formula	C9H9F3O
Molecular Weight	190.16 g/mol
Synonyms	α,α,α-Trifluoro-2-methyl-4-tolylmethanol; (2-Methyl-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanol; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-methylbenzyl Alcohol; 2-Methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolylmethanol; 1-(2-Methyl-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanol; 2-Methyl-4-trifluoromethylbenzyl Alcohol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Alcohol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. The container must be kept tightly sealed due to the compound's sensitivity to moisture and light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.