Description

5-Methoxy-2-Fluorobenzyl Cyanide is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic nitrile building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both methoxy and fluorine substituents, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, oncology, and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for fluorinated aromatic cores in electronic materials, contributing to improved performance in display and lighting technologies.
• Complex Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methoxy-2-Fluorobenzyl Cyanide
CAS No.	672931-28-1
Molecular Formula	C9H8FNO
Molecular Weight	165.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-5-methoxybenzyl cyanide; (2-Fluoro-5-methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile; 5-Methoxy-2-fluorobenzeneacetonitrile; 2-Fluoro-5-methoxybenzyl nitrile; α-Cyano-2-fluoro-5-methoxytoluene; 2-Fluoro-5-methoxy-α-tolunitrile; (2-Fluoro-5-methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Methoxy-2-Fluorobenzyl Cyanide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer-specific requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting batch-specific results are available upon request.

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 oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

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.