o-Fluorobenzyl alcohol

CAS: 446-51-5

Ref. 3D-FF64462

Product Information

• Name: o-Fluorobenzyl alcohol
• Synonyms: 2-Fluorobenzyl alcohol
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: O-Fluorobenzyl alcohol is a compound with the chemical formula of C6H5FO. It is a colorless liquid with a sweet odor and tastes like ether. This compound is soluble in water, ethanol, and acetone. O-Fluorobenzyl alcohol has been used as an analytical reagent for the determination of protonated molecules such as phenols or carbohydrates. It also has cytotoxic properties, which have been shown to be effective against cancer cells. O-Fluorobenzyl alcohol acts as a γ-secretase inhibitor by binding to the catalytic site of the enzyme, preventing proteolytic cleavage of amyloid precursor protein (APP) and subsequent production of amyloid β peptide (Aβ).

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 126.13 g/mol
• Formula: C₇H₇FO
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Clear Liquid