Description

2-Cyano-1-Fluoronaphthalene is a specialized fluorinated naphthalene derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, combining a cyano group with a fluorine atom on the naphthalene ring, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting fluorinated bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for synthesizing fluorinated organic semiconductors and liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Functional Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the naphthalene core and cyano group contribute to color and light-fastness properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) to construct complex biaryl systems.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and material science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyano-1-Fluoronaphthalene
CAS No.	23683-29-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₆FN
Molecular Weight	171.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Fluoro-2-cyanonaphthalene; 1-Fluoro-2-naphthalenecarbonitrile; 2-Cyano-1-fluoronaphthalene; 2-Fluoronaphthalene-1-carbonitrile; NSC 406106; 1-Fluoronaphthalene-2-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Cyano-1-Fluoronaphthalene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or stored in darkness.

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.