Description

2-(3,5-Difluoro-Phenoxy)Acetonitrile is a high-purity, versatile fluorinated organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in its difluorophenoxy and nitrile functional groups, which make it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for molecules requiring a difluorophenoxy moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display and lighting materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex fluorinated aromatic ethers and exploring new reaction pathways.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce fluorinated side chains into polymers to alter surface properties, chemical resistance, or optical characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3,5-Difluoro-Phenoxy)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	942473-61-2
Molecular Formula	C8H5F2NO
Molecular Weight	169.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3,5-Difluorophenoxy)acetonitrile; Acetonitrile, 2-(3,5-difluorophenoxy)-; 3,5-Difluorophenoxyacetonitrile; (3,5-Difluorophenoxy)acetonitrile; Glycolonitrile, 2-(3,5-difluorophenyl) ether; 942473-61-2; UNII-9J8T9Q6H6P
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(3,5-Difluoro-Phenoxy)Acetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and high purity. Our standard grade typically meets a purity specification of ≥97% (by HPLC), with detailed impurity profiling available. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and purity is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in a dark place.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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