Description

3-Fluoro-5-Methoxy-4-Nitrobenzonitrile is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic nitrile building block designed for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique substitution pattern, which introduces key reactive handles for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its nitrile and nitro functional groups for bioactivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic aromatic substitution (SNAr), and cyano-group transformations to create diverse chemical libraries.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing complex, color-fast dyes and functional pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-5-Methoxy-4-Nitrobenzonitrile
CAS No.	1137869-92-1
Molecular Formula	C8H5FN2O3
Molecular Weight	196.14 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-3-fluoro-5-methoxybenzonitrile; 3-Fluoro-5-methoxy-4-nitrobenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 3-fluoro-5-methoxy-4-nitro-; 5-Methoxy-3-fluoro-4-nitrobenzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-5-Methoxy-4-Nitrobenzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.