Description

2-Fluoro-5-Methylbenzonitrile is a versatile fluorinated aromatic nitrile building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a fluorine atom and a nitrile group on a methyl-substituted benzene ring, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients, including potential drug candidates and crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated compounds for electronic displays and optical materials.
• Functional Material Development: Employed in organic synthesis for creating specialized polymers, ligands for catalysis, and other performance chemicals.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical reactions and synthesizing novel fluorinated compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-5-Methylbenzonitrile
CAS No.	64113-84-4
Molecular Formula	C8H6FN
Molecular Weight	135.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-fluorobenzonitrile; 2-Fluoro-5-methylbenzenecarbonitrile; 2-Fluoro-5-tolunitrile; 5-Methyl-2-fluorobenzene nitrile; Benzonitrile, 2-fluoro-5-methyl-; 2-Fluoro-5-methylphenyl cyanide; 64113-84-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-5-Methylbenzonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

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