Description

2-Fluorobenzalmalononitrile is a versatile fluorinated organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity conferred by the malononitrile moiety and the fluorine substituent, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated heterocyclic compounds with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atom enhances stability and bioavailability.
• Organic Electronics Research: Serves as a building block for π-conjugated systems and organic semiconductors due to the electron-withdrawing nature of the malononitrile group.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialized fluorinated dyes and functional colorants.
• Material Science: Investigated for the preparation of advanced polymers and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with tailored properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and fluorine chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluorobenzalmalononitrile
CAS No.	2698-43-3
Molecular Formula	C10H5FN2
Molecular Weight	172.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluorobenzylidenemalononitrile; (2-Fluorobenzylidene)propanedinitrile; 2-Fluorobenzaldehyde Malononitrile Adduct; α-(2-Fluorophenyl)methylene]malononitrile; Propanedinitrile, [(2-fluorophenyl)methylene]-; 2-Fluorobenzal Malononitrile; o-Fluorobenzalmalononitrile
EINECS	220-269-4

Quality Control

Our 2-Fluorobenzalmalononitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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
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.