Description

3-(4-Fluorophenoxy)Propionitrile 97 is a high-purity organic nitrile building block featuring a fluorinated aromatic ether linkage. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of both fluorine and nitrile functional groups into target molecules. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides and pesticides, leveraging the fluorine atom for enhanced biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the production of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce polar nitrile groups and fluorinated aromatic units into polymer backbones, altering material properties.
• Organic Electronics: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing electron-deficient units used in organic semiconductors and non-fullerene acceptors for solar cells.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for methodology development in cross-coupling reactions and cyano-chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Fluorophenoxy)Propionitrile 97
CAS No.	85169-02-4
Molecular Formula	C9H8FNO
Molecular Weight	165.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluorophenoxypropionitrile; 3-(p-Fluorophenoxy)propionitrile; 2-(4-Fluorophenoxy)acetonitrile (common misnomer); 4-Fluorophenyl 2-cyanoethyl ether; 85169-02-4; 3-(4-Fluorophenoxy)propanenitrile; β-(4-Fluorophenoxy)propionitrile
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Quality Control

Our 3-(4-Fluorophenoxy)Propionitrile 97 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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