Compound Q&A
How is 3,4-Difluorobenzyl Alcohol (CAS: 85118-05-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
3,4-Difluorobenzyl alcohol is commonly synthesized via the reduction of 3,4-difluorobenzyl aldehyde using hydrogen and a catalyst like platinum or palladium on carbon. The process yields a high purity product with excellent selectivity and good overall yield.
About
CAS No
85118-05-4
English Name
3,4-Difluorobenzyl Alcohol
Molecular Formula
C7H6F2O
Molecular Weight
144.12 g/mol
SMILES
OCc1ccc(F)c(F)c1
InChIKey
GNQLTCVBSGVGHC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-29 09:43
