2,4-Difluoronitrobenzene

2,4-Difluoronitrobenzene

2,4-Difluoro-1-nitrobenzene; 1-Nitro-2,4-difluorobenzene

CAS 446-35-5

Chemical Formula C6H3F2NO2

Molecular Weight 159.09 g/mol

2,4-Difluoronitrobenzene is an aromatic compound with two fluorine atoms and a nitro group attached to a benzene ring. It's a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. The presence of the electron-withdrawing fluorine and nitro groups makes the benzene ring susceptible to nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions, allowing for the introduction of various functional groups. 

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Industrial Uses

1. Agrochemicals

  • Intermediate in synthesis: 2,4-Difluoronitrobenzene is not directly applied to crops. Instead, it undergoes further chemical reactions to create other molecules that are then formulated into agrochemical products.

2. Pharmaceuticals

  • Synthesis of Pharmaceutical Intermediates: 2,4-Difluoronitrobenzene acts as a starting material for synthesizing various pharmaceutical intermediates, such as 2,4-difluoro-5-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid. This sulfonic acid derivative is then further utilized in the synthesis of dyes and other pharmaceuticals. 
  • Antimicrobial Agents: It plays a role in the synthesis of 4-thiazolidinone derivatives, which have shown activity as antimicrobial agents.

3. Polymers & Resins

  • Key Intermediate: 2,4-Difluoronitrobenzene serves as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of polymers and resins.

Specifications

Assay 98%
Appearance Pale yellow to yellow liquid
Odor Characteristic aromatic odor
Boiling Point 211°C
Melting Point -5°C
Density 1.42 g/cm3
Solubility Insoluble in water; soluble in organic solvents like ethanol, acetone
Viscosity Not defined
Flash Point 88°C

Hazard Symbols

Acute Toxicity
Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards

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