4,4,4-Trifluorobutanenitrile
- CAS No.690-95-9
- GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
- Availability● In Stock
High-purity 4,4,4-Trifluorobutanenitrile (CAS 690-95-9) designed for advanced organic synthesis. Reliable supply with strict quality control for pharmaceutical and agrochemical applications.
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Product Overview
4,4,4-Trifluorobutanenitrile represents a critical fluorinated building block utilized extensively in modern organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry. As a specialized intermediate, this compound facilitates the strategic introduction of trifluoromethyl groups into complex molecular structures, significantly enhancing metabolic stability and lipophilicity in target molecules. Our advanced manufacturing process ensures consistent quality suitable for demanding pharmaceutical research and agrochemical development pipelines.
The chemical structure features a nitrile group attached to a trifluorinated carbon chain, providing unique reactivity profiles for nucleophilic substitutions and cyclization reactions. This versatility makes it an indispensable reagent for chemists designing next-generation therapeutic agents and advanced functional materials. The presence of fluorine atoms often modifies the electronic properties of the molecule, allowing for novel reaction pathways that are not possible with non-fluorinated analogs.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 690-95-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H4F3N |
| Molecular Weight | 123.08 g/mol |
| Appearance | Colorless Transparent Liquid |
| Purity (Assay) | ≥ 98.0% |
| Boiling Point | 139-140 °C |
| Density | 1.21 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 13.1 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.324 |
Industrial Applications
This fluorinated nitrile serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds and pharmaceutical intermediates. Its primary applications include the development of pharmaceutical active ingredients where fluorine substitution is required to improve bioavailability and binding affinity. Additionally, it is employed in the production of specialized agrochemicals, fine chemicals, and polymer additives.
- Enhances metabolic stability in drug candidates by blocking oxidative metabolism sites.
- Facilitates efficient carbon-fluorine bond formation in complex synthesis routes.
- Compatible with diverse synthetic pathways including reduction and hydrolysis.
- Supports scale-up from laboratory research to industrial production volumes.
- Used in the creation of novel ligands for catalytic processes.
Quality Assurance and Safety
Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to confirm compliance with strict factory standards and international regulations. Our quality control team verifies appearance, assay, and physical constants using state-of-the-art instrumentation to ensure reliability and reproducibility. Safety data indicates the need for careful handling due to flammability, and we provide comprehensive documentation including Certificates of Analysis (COA) and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) with every shipment.
We are committed to supplying high-performance chemical intermediates to global partners in the life sciences sector. Our logistics network ensures timely delivery while maintaining product integrity during transit through appropriate packaging solutions. For specific technical inquiries, custom synthesis requirements, or bulk pricing discussions, our expert technical support team is available to support your project needs and ensure successful outcomes. Proper storage in a cool, dry place away from oxidizers is recommended to maintain stability.
