Description

2,4'-Difluoroacetanilide is a key fluorinated aromatic intermediate with significant synthetic utility. Its value lies in its role as a versatile building block for introducing the difluoroaniline moiety into more complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing fluorinated aniline structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where fluorination enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Development: Serves as a starting material for creating fluorinated components in electronic display and lighting technologies.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in constructing complex organic molecules, especially in medicinal chemistry.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4'-Difluoroacetanilide
CAS No.	404-42-2
Molecular Formula	C8H7F2NO
Molecular Weight	171.15 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)acetamide; 2',4'-Difluoroacetanilide; 1-Acetamido-2,4-difluorobenzene; 2,4-DFA; Acetamide, N-(2,4-difluorophenyl)-; 2,4-Difluoroacetamilide; 2,4-Difluoro-N-phenacylacetamide (common misnomer); 2,4-Difluoroaniline, N-acetyl derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4'-Difluoroacetanilide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing the specific results are available upon request for quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%

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