Description

3,5-Dichloro-4-Fluorobenzonitrile is a versatile halogenated benzonitrile derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of chlorine and fluorine atoms on the aromatic ring, which enables precise functionalization for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of new drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Intermediate in the synthesis of specialized polymers and small molecules for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new coupling reactions and heterocyclic chemistry.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Used in the synthesis of complex, high-performance dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dichloro-4-Fluorobenzonitrile
CAS No.	103879-31-8
Molecular Formula	C7H2Cl2FN
Molecular Weight	190.00 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-3,5-dichlorobenzonitrile; 3,5-Dichloro-4-fluorobenzene carbonitrile; Benzonitrile, 3,5-dichloro-4-fluoro-; 1,3-Dichloro-2-fluoro-4-cyanobenzene; 2-Fluoro-3,5-dichlorobenzonitrile; 3,5-Dichloro-4-fluorophenyl cyanide; 4-Cyano-2,6-dichlorofluorobenzene; 103879-31-8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dichloro-4-Fluorobenzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.