Description

3-(1,1-Difluoroethyl)Benzonitrile is a high-purity, versatile fluorinated aromatic nitrile building block. This compound is valued for its unique chemical structure, which introduces both a benzonitrile moiety and a difluoroethyl group, enabling precise molecular modifications in advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates. Its utility extends to materials science for the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing fluorine atoms to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorinated group enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance displays (LCDs).
• Polymer Science: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polymers with tailored thermal, chemical, or surface properties.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated as a building block for electron-transport materials and semiconductors in OLEDs and organic photovoltaics.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination reactions and constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(1,1-Difluoroethyl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	55805-06-6
Molecular Formula	C9H7F2N
Molecular Weight	167.16 g/mol
Synonyms	m-(1,1-Difluoroethyl)benzonitrile; 3-(1,1-Difluoroethyl)benzonitrile; 1-(3-Cyanophenyl)-1,1-difluoroethane; Benzonitrile, 3-(1,1-difluoroethyl)-; α,α-Difluoro-3-cyanotoluene; 3-Cyanobenzylidene Fluoride; 3-(α,α-Difluoroethyl)benzonitrile; m-(α,α-Difluoroethyl)benzonitrile
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-(1,1-Difluoroethyl)Benzonitrile is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for research and commercial-scale applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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