Description

Benzonitrile, 2,6-Difluoro-3-Hydroxy- is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic nitrile derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both a nitrile group and hydroxyl and fluorine substituents, makes it a versatile and valuable building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, improving performance and durability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and cyano-group transformations to introduce functional complexity.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating specialized chemical libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzonitrile, 2,6-Difluoro-3-Hydroxy-
CAS No.	946796-26-5
Molecular Formula	C7H3F2NO
Molecular Weight	155.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-2,6-difluorobenzonitrile; 2,6-Difluoro-3-hydroxybenzonitrile; 2,6-Difluoro-3-cyanophenol; 3-Cyano-2,6-difluorophenol; Benzonitrile, 3-hydroxy-2,6-difluoro-; 2,6-Difluoro-3-hydroxyphenyl cyanide
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzonitrile, 2,6-Difluoro-3-Hydroxy- adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against rigorous in-house specifications using advanced analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, and NMR. 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
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.