Description

4-[(4-Fluorophenyl)(Hydroxy)Methyl]Benzonitrile is a high-purity fluorinated benzonitrile derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a fluorophenyl group and a nitrile moiety, makes it a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to synthesize novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the fluorine atom for enhanced bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for fluorinated organic electronic materials, contributing to improved performance in display and lighting technologies.
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Employed to introduce fluorinated aromatic units into polymer backbones, enhancing material properties like chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new reactions, catalytic processes, and structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for the production of bespoke compounds and small-scale API development.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-[(4-Fluorophenyl)(Hydroxy)Methyl]Benzonitrile
CAS No.	220583-40-4
Molecular Formula	C14H10FNO
Molecular Weight	227.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(4-Fluorophenyl)(hydroxy)methyl]benzonitrile; α-(4-Cyanophenyl)-4-fluorobenzyl alcohol; (4-Fluorophenyl)(4-cyanophenyl)methanol; 4-Fluoro-α-(4-cyanophenyl)benzyl alcohol; 4-Cyano-α-(4-fluorophenyl)benzyl alcohol; Benzonitrile, 4-[(4-fluorophenyl)(hydroxy)methyl]-; 220583-40-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-[(4-Fluorophenyl)(Hydroxy)Methyl]Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light exposure to maintain stability and purity.

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
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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