Description

Fluoroacetamide is a specialized organofluorine compound with the CAS registry number 640-19-7. This chemical is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and its utility in specialized research applications. It is primarily sought by professionals in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced materials sectors for product development and process chemistry.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of certain fluorinated pesticides and rodenticides.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a building block in medicinal chemistry for the development of novel fluorinated drug candidates.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in metabolic research as a tool compound to study enzyme inhibition and metabolic pathways.
• Fluorination Agent: Acts as a source of fluorine in specific organic synthesis reactions to introduce fluorinated functional groups.
• Material Science: Investigated for potential use in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials with unique properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Fluoroacetamide
CAS No.	640-19-7
Molecular Formula	C2H4FNO
Molecular Weight	77.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoroacetamide; Monofluoroacetamide; Fluoroacetic acid amide; FAA; NSC 8421; Acetamide, 2-fluoro-; 2-Fluoroethanamide
EINECS	211-378-8

Quality Control

Our Fluoroacetamide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC chromatograms and NMR spectra, to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is available with every shipment and upon request.

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 alkalis and fluorides. Recommended long-term storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	107°C - 110°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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