Intermediates

4-Fluoro-3-methylbenzonitrile

  • CAS No.185147-08-4
  • GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
  • Availability● In Stock

High-purity 4-Fluoro-3-methylbenzonitrile (CAS 185147-08-4), a key fluorinated intermediate for advanced organic synthesis in pharmaceutical and agrochemical R&D.

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Product Technical Details

Product Overview

4-Fluoro-3-methylbenzonitrile is a high-value fluorinated aromatic nitrile widely employed as a critical building block in modern organic synthesis. With its unique combination of electron-withdrawing cyano and fluorine substituents alongside a methyl group, this compound serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal chemistry and crop protection agent development.

Specifications

Molecular FormulaC8H6FN
Molecular Weight135.14 g/mol
CAS Number185147-08-4
AppearanceGray solid
Purity≥99.0%
Melting Point53–56 °C
Boiling Point220.3 °C
Density1.11 g/cm³
Refractive Index1.506
Flash Point93.8 °C

Industrial Applications

This fluorinated benzonitrile derivative functions primarily as a specialty intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and innovative agrochemical compounds. Its structural features enable selective functionalization through cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic aromatic substitution, and heterocycle formation protocols.

  • Serves as a precursor in the preparation of fluorinated heterocyclic systems prevalent in drug discovery pipelines
  • Utilized in the development of novel crop protection agents requiring enhanced metabolic stability
  • Compatible with standard industrial-scale synthetic methodologies under controlled conditions

For optimal stability and performance, store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Standard packaging is provided in 25 kg drums, with custom packaging options available upon request to meet specific logistical or regulatory requirements.