Description

2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorophenylacetonitrile is a versatile fluorinated aromatic nitrile building block, prized for its unique electronic and steric properties imparted by the perfluorinated phenyl ring. This compound is a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), enabling the introduction of fluorine atoms to enhance metabolic stability, lipophilicity, and bioavailability. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel fluorinated compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitors and CNS-active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides where fluorine substitution improves efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated mesogens in high-performance display technologies.
• Organic Electronics: Employed in the synthesis of electron-deficient units for organic semiconductors and non-fullerene acceptors in solar cells.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Sonogashira, and other palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions to create complex biaryl structures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for preparing fluorinated phosphine and N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands for catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorophenylacetonitrile
CAS No.	653-30-5
Molecular Formula	C8H2F5N
Molecular Weight	207.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentafluorophenylacetonitrile; (Pentafluorophenyl)acetonitrile; 2-(Pentafluorophenyl)acetonitrile; α-Cyano-2,3,4,5,6-pentafluorotoluene; NSC 88431; Perfluorophenylacetonitrile; 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzyl cyanide
EINECS	211-485-9

Quality Control

Our 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorophenylacetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for demanding R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
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.