Description

Benzoyl Fluoride, 3-Nitro- (9Ci) CAS NO 77976-08-0 is a specialized aromatic fluoride derivative characterized by its nitro-substituted benzoyl fluoride structure. This compound is a high-value synthetic intermediate prized for its dual reactive sites, enabling selective transformations in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the nitro and fluoride groups impart specific biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a critical starting material for synthesizing fluorinated organic compounds used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as an electrophilic coupling partner in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) for creating biaryl structures.
• Fluorination Reagent Research: Employed in methodological studies to develop new fluorination techniques and transfer reagents.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce fluorinated aromatic units into polymer backbones to alter thermal stability, solubility, and chemical resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoyl Fluoride, 3-Nitro- (9Ci)
CAS No.	77976-08-0
Molecular Formula	C7H4FNO3
Molecular Weight	169.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitrobenzoyl Fluoride; m-Nitrobenzoyl Fluoride; Benzoyl fluoride, 3-nitro-; 3-Nitrobenzoyl fluoride; 3-Nitro-benzoyl fluoride; 77976-08-0; NSC 404058; 1-(Fluoroformyl)-3-nitrobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzoyl Fluoride, 3-Nitro- is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and KF titration for moisture content to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature and reactivity with strong alkalis, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent hydrolysis and degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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