Description

2,6-Difluorobenzamide is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), crop protection agents, and specialty materials that require precise fluorine substitution patterns.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the difluoro substitution enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine atoms into polymer backbones, improving chemical resistance and thermal stability of high-performance plastics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination reactions and creating specialized chemical libraries.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated dyes and pigments that offer superior lightfastness and color properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2,6-Difluorobenzamide
CAS No.	18063-03-1
Molecular Formula	C7H5F2NO
Molecular Weight	157.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Difluorobenzoic acid amide; Benzoamide, 2,6-difluoro-; 2,6-Difluorobenzene-1-carboxamide; 2,6-Difluorobenzenecarboxamide; 2,6-DFBA; 18063-03-1; 2,6-Difluorobenzamide (technical grade); 2,6-Difluorobenzamide (pharmaceutical intermediate)
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Quality Control

Our 2,6-Difluorobenzamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 acids, strong bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	164 - 168 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.