Description

2-Methoxy-4-Fluorobenzyl Cyanide is a versatile fluorinated aromatic nitrile building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both methoxy and fluorine substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Employed in the production of specialized dyes, pigments, and other high-value fine chemicals requiring specific aromatic substitution patterns.
• Academic & Contract Research: Utilized in research laboratories for method development and the exploration of new chemical entities in medicinal and materials chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxy-4-Fluorobenzyl Cyanide
CAS No.	886498-56-2
Molecular Formula	C9H8FNO
Molecular Weight	165.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzyl cyanide; (4-Fluoro-2-methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile; 2-Methoxy-4-fluorophenylacetonitrile; 4-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzeneacetonitrile; α-Cyano-4-fluoro-2-methoxytoluene; 886498-56-2; 2-Methoxy-4-fluorobenzyl nitrile
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Methoxy-4-Fluorobenzyl Cyanide adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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