Description

Benzeneacetonitrile, 3-Fluoro-4,5-Dihydroxy- is a specialized fluorinated aromatic nitrile derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both hydroxyl and fluoro substituents, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological and material properties. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly in the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require fluorinated aromatic cores.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing fluorescent tags or molecular probes for biochemical and diagnostic applications.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, particularly in reactions involving fluorinated compounds and nitrile chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Benzeneacetonitrile, 3-Fluoro-4,5-Dihydroxy-
CAS No.	104716-76-9
Molecular Formula	C8H6FNO2
Molecular Weight	167.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-4,5-dihydroxybenzeneacetonitrile; 2-(3-Fluoro-4,5-dihydroxyphenyl)acetonitrile; (3-Fluoro-4,5-dihydroxyphenyl)acetonitrile; 3-Fluoro-4,5-dihydroxybenzyl cyanide; 3-Fluoro-4,5-dihydroxy-α-tolunitrile; 3-Fluoro-4,5-dihydroxybenzeneacetonitrile; 3-Fluoro-4,5-dihydroxybenzenyl cyanide; 3-Fluoro-4,5-dihydroxybenzyl nitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzeneacetonitrile, 3-Fluoro-4,5-Dihydroxy- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. 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, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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