Description

4-(4-Fluorophenyl)-4-Oxobutanenitrile is a specialized organic compound featuring a fluorinated aromatic ketone moiety linked to a nitrile group. This unique structure makes it a valuable high-purity building block for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical and agrochemical R&D teams as a key intermediate in the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing new herbicides and fungicides with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for exploring novel organic reactions and creating compound libraries.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated components used in display technologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Fluorophenyl)-4-Oxobutanenitrile
CAS No.	756489-25-5
Molecular Formula	C10H8FNO
Molecular Weight	177.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)butyronitrile; 4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)butanenitrile; 4-Oxo-4-(4-fluorophenyl)butanenitrile; 4-(p-Fluorobenzoyl)butyronitrile; γ-Oxo-4-fluorophenylbutyronitrile; 4-Fluorophenyl 3-cyanopropyl ketone; 1-(4-Fluorophenyl)-4-cyanobutan-1-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Fluorophenyl)-4-Oxobutanenitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your regulatory and R&D documentation requirements.

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). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents.

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.