Description

2-Fluoro-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenylacetonitrile is a versatile fluorinated aromatic nitrile building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both fluorine and a trifluoromethyl group, makes it a critical intermediate for creating compounds with enhanced biological activity and physicochemical properties. This high-value intermediate is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing potential drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders, oncology, and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms contribute to improved efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Advanced Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine-containing side chains into polymers, enhancing their chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: A valuable reagent for developing new fluorination methodologies and catalytic cycles in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Coating Additive: Intermediate for creating specialty surfactants and additives that lower surface tension in high-performance coatings and fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenylacetonitrile
CAS No.	179946-34-0
Molecular Formula	C9H5F4N
Molecular Weight	203.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-α-(trifluoromethyl)benzeneacetonitrile; (2-Fluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)acetonitrile; α-Cyano-2-fluoro-α,α,α-trifluoro-o-toluene; 2-Fluoro-6-trifluoromethylphenylacetonitrile; Benzeneacetonitrile, 2-fluoro-α-(trifluoromethyl)-; o-Fluoro-α-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl cyanide
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Fluoro-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenylacetonitrile adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥97.0% (Standard Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤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.