Description

8-(4-Fluorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanenitrile is a specialized organic building block featuring a fluorinated aromatic ketone moiety linked to a nitrile-terminated alkyl chain. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical and agrochemical R&D teams for constructing novel active ingredients and by fine chemical manufacturers producing custom intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the fluorophenyl group for enhanced bioactivity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic display technologies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for producing specialized fluorinated intermediates.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in organic chemistry laboratories for method development and studying structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Polymer Modification: Potential monomer or modifier for creating specialty polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-(4-Fluorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanenitrile
CAS No.	898767-15-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₆FNO
Molecular Weight	233.28 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Oxo-8-(4-fluorophenyl)octanenitrile; 4-Fluorobenzoylheptanenitrile; 1-(4-Fluorophenyl)-7-cyano-1-heptanone; 7-Cyano-1-(4-fluorophenyl)heptan-1-one; ω-Cyano-4-fluorovalerophenone; 8-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)octanenitrile; 4'-Fluoro-ω-cyanovalerophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 8-(4-Fluorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanenitrile is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy.

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 oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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