Description

2-(4-Fluorophenoxy)Acetonitrile is a versatile fluorinated aromatic nitrile building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a phenoxy ether linkage and a reactive nitrile group, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with high precision. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to construct advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the fluorine atom for enhanced biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and resins with unique thermal and chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in constructing complex ether and nitrile-containing architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Fluorophenoxy)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	24115-20-6
Molecular Formula	C8H6FNO
Molecular Weight	151.14 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Fluorophenoxy)acetonitrile; 4-Fluorophenoxyacetonitrile; 2-(4-Fluorophenoxy)ethanenitrile; Acetonitrile, (p-fluorophenoxy)-; p-Fluorophenoxyacetonitrile; 4-Fluorophenyloxyacetonitrile; NSC 163082; FPOA
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Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Fluorophenoxy)Acetonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency suitable for sensitive synthesis applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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