Description

1-(2-Fluoro-5-Methylphenyl)Ethan-1-Ol is a valuable fluorinated aromatic alcohol building block, characterized by its unique substitution pattern that imparts specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical intermediates and agrochemicals, where its structure is leveraged to modulate biological activity and metabolic stability. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine atom enhances lipophilicity and target binding.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, improving charge transport and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and as a chiral pool component for asymmetric synthesis in academic and industrial R&D.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing complex aromatic molecules used in high-value fragrance compositions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Fluoro-5-Methylphenyl)Ethan-1-Ol
CAS No.	911218-08-1
Molecular Formula	C9H11FO
Molecular Weight	154.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Fluoro-5-methylphenyl)ethanol; α-Methyl-2-fluoro-5-methylbenzyl alcohol; 2-Fluoro-5-methyl-α-methylbenzyl alcohol; (2-Fluoro-5-methylphenyl)methylcarbinol; 1-(2-Fluoro-5-tolyl)ethan-1-ol; 2-Fluoro-5-methylacetophenone alcohol (reduction product); 911218-08-1; FMMPEO
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Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Fluoro-5-Methylphenyl)Ethan-1-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specification results. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical-grade intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent potential oxidation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.