Description

Benzenemethanol, 3,4-Difluoro-2-Hydroxy- is a fluorinated benzyl alcohol derivative, a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both hydroxyl and fluorine substituents, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to develop advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorine-containing compounds used in electronic display technologies.
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated into specialty monomers to create polymers with unique thermal, chemical, or surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a chiral auxiliary or a protected synthon in complex asymmetric synthesis routes.
• Research & Development: Essential for medicinal chemistry programs and material science research exploring new fluorinated compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 3,4-Difluoro-2-Hydroxy-
CAS No.	936328-58-4
Molecular Formula	C7H6F2O2
Molecular Weight	160.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Difluoro-2-hydroxybenzyl alcohol; 2-Hydroxy-3,4-difluorobenzyl alcohol; (3,4-Difluoro-2-hydroxyphenyl)methanol; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-3,4-difluorophenol; 3,4-Difluoro-2-hydroxybenzenemethanol; 936328-58-4 (CAS Registry Number)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We supply Benzenemethanol, 3,4-Difluoro-2-Hydroxy- in high-purity grades suitable for demanding R&D and scale-up applications. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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 place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

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