Description

3-Fluoro-4-(4-formylphenoxy)benzonitrile is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic intermediate featuring both a formyl and a nitrile group. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and liquid crystal industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced activity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Used in the research and production of advanced liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Intermediate in the development of organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile synthon for academic and industrial research into new heterocyclic compounds and complex organic architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-4-(4-formylphenoxy)benzonitrile
CAS No.	676494-55-6
Molecular Formula	C14H8FNO2
Molecular Weight	241.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Cyanophenoxy)-3-fluorobenzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-4-(4-formylphenoxy)benzonitrile; 4-(3-Fluoro-4-cyanophenoxy)benzaldehyde; 4-Formylphenyl 3-fluoro-4-cyanophenyl ether; Benzonitrile, 3-fluoro-4-(4-formylphenoxy)-; 676494-55-6; 4-(4-Formylphenoxy)-3-fluorobenzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-4-(4-formylphenoxy)benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with all shipments, detailing batch-specific results. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for GMP and non-GMP synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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