Description

3-(2-Fluoroethoxy)Propionitrile is a versatile fluorinated organic nitrile building block, valued for its unique chemical reactivity. This compound is essential for introducing fluoroalkoxy and nitrile functional groups into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of complex intermediates. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for introducing fluorine-containing side chains to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated components for electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to incorporate fluoroalkoxy groups into polymer backbones, imparting specific properties like chemical resistance or altered surface energy.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various organic transformations, including nucleophilic substitutions and cyano-group manipulations, to create complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Fluoroethoxy)Propionitrile
CAS No.	353-18-4
Molecular Formula	C5H8FNO
Molecular Weight	117.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Fluoroethoxy)acetonitrile; 2-Fluoroethyl β-cyanoethyl ether; β-(2-Fluoroethoxy)propionitrile; 3-(2-Fluoroethoxy)propanenitrile; 2-Fluoroethoxyacetonitrile; 2-Fluoroethyl cyanomethyl ether; 353-18-4; FEPN
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Quality Control

Our 3-(2-Fluoroethoxy)Propionitrile is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with batch-specific data is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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