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CAS 132834-56-1

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3,5-Difluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)phenol

Description:
3,5-Difluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)phenol is an organic compound characterized by the presence of two fluorine atoms and a hydroxymethyl group attached to a phenolic ring. The fluorine substituents are located at the 3 and 5 positions of the aromatic ring, which can influence the compound's reactivity and polarity. The hydroxymethyl group at the 4 position enhances the compound's solubility in polar solvents and may also participate in hydrogen bonding. This compound is typically a white to off-white solid and is soluble in organic solvents. Its unique structure makes it of interest in various fields, including pharmaceuticals and materials science, where it may serve as an intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules or as a building block in the development of functional materials. The presence of fluorine atoms often imparts desirable properties such as increased metabolic stability and altered lipophilicity, making it a valuable compound in medicinal chemistry. Safety data should be consulted for handling and storage, as with any chemical substance.
Formula:C7H6F2O2
InChI:InChI=1/C7H6F2O2/c8-6-1-4(11)2-7(9)5(6)3-10/h1-2,10-11H,3H2
SMILES:c1c(cc(c(CO)c1F)F)O
Synonyms:
  • 3,5-Difluor-4-(hydroxymethyl)phenol
  • Benzenemethanol, 2,6-Difluoro-4-Hydroxy-
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