Description

3-(2',4'-Difluorophenyl)-3-Oxopropanenitrile is a versatile and high-purity fluorinated aromatic intermediate essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a difluorophenyl ring and a reactive oxopropanenitrile moiety, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for CNS and anti-infective drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the fluorine atoms for enhanced bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for creating specialty polymers and liquid crystals with unique optical and electronic properties.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a core component in the synthesis of electron-transport or emissive layer materials for display technologies.
• Fluorinated Liquid Crystal Production: Integral in manufacturing advanced fluorinated mesogens for high-performance LCD screens.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new fluorination reactions and constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2',4'-Difluorophenyl)-3-Oxopropanenitrile
CAS No.	71682-95-6
Molecular Formula	C9H5F2NO
Molecular Weight	181.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2',4'-Difluorobenzoylacetonitrile; 3-Oxo-3-(2,4-difluorophenyl)propanenitrile; 2,4-Difluorobenzoylacetonitrile; (2,4-Difluorobenzoyl)acetonitrile; 3-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)-3-oxopropionitrile; Propanenitrile, 3-(2,4-difluorophenyl)-3-oxo-; DFBAN
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(2',4'-Difluorophenyl)-3-Oxopropanenitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
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.