Description

3-Cyano-2,6-Difluorobenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block characterized by its benzoic acid core substituted with cyano and fluorine groups. This compound is valued for its role as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of specific functional groups and structural complexity. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the difluoro and cyano substituents modulate biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers requiring specific aromatic architectures.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for fine chemical and custom synthesis houses serving diverse industrial R&D needs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cyano-2,6-Difluorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1314971-48-6
Molecular Formula	C8H3F2NO2
Molecular Weight	183.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Difluoro-3-cyanobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-cyano-2,6-difluoro-; 3-Cyano-2,6-difluorobenzoic acid; 1314971-48-6
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Quality Control

Our 3-Cyano-2,6-Difluorobenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

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