Description

6-Fluoronaphthalene-1-Carbonitrile is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic nitrile building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, combining a fluorine substituent with a reactive nitrile group on the naphthalene core, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and anti-cancer agent discovery.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated organic semiconductors, electron-transport materials, and liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) and cyano-group transformations to introduce complex fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of novel polymers, dyes, and sensors where fluoronaphthalene derivatives impart specific photophysical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Fluoronaphthalene-1-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	59080-30-7
Molecular Formula	C11H6FN
Molecular Weight	171.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyano-6-fluoronaphthalene; 6-Fluoro-1-naphthonitrile; 6-Fluoronaphthalene-1-carbonitrile; 6-Fluoro-1-cyanonaphthalene; 1-Naphthalenecarbonitrile, 6-fluoro-; 6-Fluor-1-naphthonitril (German); 6-Fluoro-1-naphtonitrile; 6-Fluoro-1-naphthalenecarbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Fluoronaphthalene-1-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.