Description

1,3-Difluoro-2-(Phenylmethoxy)Benzene is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ether building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring fluorine atoms and a benzyl-protected phenol, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorine-containing drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the difluorophenoxy moiety is critical for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorine-based electronic materials used in displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers with enhanced chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reactions and catalytic processes involving fluorinated aromatics.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A starting material for the bespoke synthesis of complex, fluorinated target molecules for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Difluoro-2-(Phenylmethoxy)Benzene
CAS No.	947279-21-2
Molecular Formula	C13H10F2O
Molecular Weight	220.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Benzyloxy)-1,3-difluorobenzene; 1,3-Difluoro-2-(benzyloxy)benzene; Benzene, 1,3-difluoro-2-(phenylmethoxy)-; 2-Benzyloxy-1,3-difluorobenzene; 1,3-Difluoro-2-benzyloxybenzene; 2-(Phenylmethoxy)-1,3-difluorobenzene
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Difluoro-2-(Phenylmethoxy)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates, including cGMP development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 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.