Description

3-Fluoro-2-Methyl-5-Nitrobenzonitrile is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic nitrile building block designed for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its precise molecular architecture, which enables the introduction of critical fluorine, methyl, and nitro substituents in a single, reliable reagent. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the fluorine and nitro groups.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the production of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Enables the construction of complex heterocyclic compounds, such as quinolines and benzimidazoles, through cyano-group transformations.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Utilized in creating labeled compounds and molecular probes for biochemical and diagnostic research.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-2-Methyl-5-Nitrobenzonitrile
CAS No.	1772627-97-0
Molecular Formula	C8H5FN2O2
Molecular Weight	180.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-3-fluoro-2-methylbenzonitrile; 2-Methyl-3-fluoro-5-nitrobenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 3-fluoro-2-methyl-5-nitro-; 1772627-97-0; 3-Fluoro-2-methyl-5-nitro-benzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Fluoro-2-Methyl-5-Nitrobenzonitrile is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure compliance with your research and development specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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