Description

2-(3-Fluorophenyl)-2-Methylpropanenitrile is a versatile fluorinated nitrile building block, a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic combination of the fluorophenyl group and the nitrile functionality, enabling precise molecular modifications for performance-driven applications. This compound is essential for research chemists and process developers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to introduce fluorinated motifs and cyano groups into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic systems for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom can improve lipophilicity and target binding.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the creation of specialty polymers and resins with tailored properties such as chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Fluorophenyl)-2-Methylpropanenitrile
CAS No.	93748-10-8
Molecular Formula	C10H10FN
Molecular Weight	163.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3-Fluorophenyl)-2-methylpropionitrile; α,α-Dimethyl-3-fluorobenzeneacetonitrile; 3-Fluoro-α,α-dimethylbenzeneacetonitrile; 2-Methyl-2-(3-fluorophenyl)propanenitrile; (3-Fluorophenyl)(isopropyl)acetonitrile; 2-(3-Fluorophenyl)-2-methylpropane nitrile
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(3-Fluorophenyl)-2-Methylpropanenitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency suitable for demanding synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.