Description

4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzoyl Acetonitrile is a versatile and high-value fluorinated organic intermediate. This compound is critical for the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) due to the unique properties imparted by the trifluoromethoxy group, such as enhanced metabolic stability and lipophilicity. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and pesticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Organic Electronics: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors and electron-transport materials.
• Complex Ligand Synthesis: Useful for creating specialized ligands in catalysis and material science.
• Custom Fluorination Chemistry: A starting material for introducing the trifluoromethoxy moiety into more complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzoyl Acetonitrile
CAS No.	122454-46-0
Molecular Formula	C10H6F3NO2
Molecular Weight	229.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoylacetonitrile; 1-[4-(Trifluoromethoxy)phenyl]-1,3-butanedione nitrile; 3-Oxo-3-[4-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl]propanenitrile; 4-(Trifluoromethoxy)phenacyl cyanide; p-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoylacetonitrile; α-Acetyl-4-(trifluoromethoxy)benzyl cyanide; TFMO-Benzoyl Acetonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzoyl Acetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from 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	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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