Description

2-(2,4-Difluorophenoxy)Acetonitrile is a high-purity fluorinated organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules containing difluorophenoxy and nitrile functional groups. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the difluorophenoxy moiety can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocycles and functionalized aromatic systems via reactions of the nitrile group.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce fluorinated phenoxy side chains into polymers to alter their physical properties, such as thermal stability and solubility.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2,4-Difluorophenoxy)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	942473-60-1
Molecular Formula	C8H5F2NO
Molecular Weight	169.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetonitrile, 2-(2,4-difluorophenoxy)-; (2,4-Difluorophenoxy)acetonitrile; Glycolonitrile, 2,4-difluorophenyl ether; 2,4-Difluorophenoxyacetonitrile; 942473-60-1; UNII-8I3I8F4W8R
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(2,4-Difluorophenoxy)Acetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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