Description

2-[4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)Phenyl]-2-(4-Fluorophenyl)Acetonitrile is a high-value, fluorinated organic intermediate with a complex biphenyl acetonitrile structure. This compound is critical for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical active ingredients and specialty agrochemicals. It is primarily required by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop novel fluorinated compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas where fluorination enhances bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorobenzoyl and acetonitrile moieties contribute to enhanced efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a specialized intermediate for creating fluorinated components in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), improving charge transport and stability.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring novel reaction pathways and creating libraries of fluorinated compounds for drug discovery and material science.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for producing high-purity, complex organic molecules for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)Phenyl]-2-(4-Fluorophenyl)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	339115-12-7
Molecular Formula	C21H13F2NO
Molecular Weight	333.33 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Fluoro-4-(α-cyano-4-fluorobenzyl)benzophenone; 2-(4'-Fluorobenzoyl)phenyl-2-(4-fluorophenyl)acetonitrile; α-Cyano-4-fluorobenzyl-4'-fluorobenzophenone; 2-[4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)phenyl]-2-(4-fluorophenyl)ethanenitrile; (4-Fluorophenyl)[4-(4-fluorobenzoyl)phenyl]acetonitrile; 4-Fluoro-α-(4-fluorophenyl)-4'-benzoylbenzenecarbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-[4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)Phenyl]-2-(4-Fluorophenyl)Acetonitrile adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. All materials undergo comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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