Description

3,4,5,6-Tetrafluorophthalonitrile is a high-value, multi-fluorinated aromatic nitrile building block. This compound is critical for synthesizing advanced materials and specialty chemicals due to its unique electronic and steric properties imparted by the fluorine substitution pattern. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor for the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where fluorine atoms enhance bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Advanced Material Monomer: Used in the production of fluorinated polyimides, polyamides, and other high-performance polymers for electronics and aerospace.
• Organic Electronics: Serves as a starting material for fluorinated phthalocyanines and other organic semiconductors used in OLEDs and solar cells.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Intermediate in the manufacture of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new fluorination chemistry and creating novel molecular architectures in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4,5,6-Tetrafluorophthalonitrile
CAS No.	1835-65-0
Molecular Formula	C8F4N2
Molecular Weight	200.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrafluorophthalonitrile; 1,2,4,5-Tetrafluorobenzene-3,6-dicarbonitrile; Phthalonitrile, tetrafluoro-; 3,4,5,6-Tetrafluoro-1,2-benzenedicarbonitrile; 3,4,5,6-Tetrafluorobenzene-1,2-dicarbonitrile; TFPN; Tetrafluorobenzodinitrile
EINECS	217-408-5

Quality Control

Our 3,4,5,6-Tetrafluorophthalonitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	155 - 160 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.