Description

4-Fluorobutanenitrile is a versatile fluorinated nitrile building block, essential for introducing the 4-fluorobutyl moiety into complex molecular architectures. Its value lies in enabling precise chemical synthesis, particularly in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced agrochemicals. This high-purity intermediate is critically needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing key target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential kinase inhibitors and CNS-active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance displays.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent for nucleophilic substitution and cyanoalkylation reactions in complex organic synthesis.
• Fluoropolymer Modifiers: Employed in the research of specialty fluoropolymers and surface modifiers to alter material properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Fundamental starting material in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination chemistry and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluorobutanenitrile
CAS No.	407-83-0
Molecular Formula	C4H6FN
Molecular Weight	87.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluorobutyronitrile; γ-Fluorobutyronitrile; 4-Fluorobutane nitrile; 1-Fluoro-3-cyanopropane; Butanenitrile, 4-fluoro-; 4-Fluorobutyl cyanide; NSC 92440
EINECS	206-979-7

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluorobutanenitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency suitable for demanding synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with lot-specific data is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your internal specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 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.