4-Fluorobenzonitrile

4-Fluorobenzonitrile

p-Fluorobenzonitrile; p-Cyanofluorobenzene

CAS 1194-02-1

Chemical Formula C7H4FN

Molecular Weight 121.11 g/mol

4-Fluorobenzonitrile is a chemical compound with the formula C7H4FN. It's a white to off-white crystalline solid, acting as a crucial intermediate in synthesizing various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. Specifically, it's used in the production of Letrozole, a medication for breast cancer, and in the development of herbicides and other pyridine and pyrimidine derivatives. Additionally, it's employed as a stabilizer for chlorinated solvents and in analytical techniques like HPLC. 

Industrial Uses

1. Pharmaceuticals

  • Drug Synthesis: 4-Fluorobenzonitrile serves as a precursor in the synthesis of numerous pharmaceuticals, including cisapride, sabeluzole, sorbinil, and progabide. 
  • Fluorinated Compounds: It's a key component in the development of various fluorinated compounds, which are often favored in drug design due to their improved metabolic stability and ability to interact with biological targets. 
  • Analytical Standards: It's used in analytical method development, validation, and quality control during the production of drugs like letrozole.

2. Agrochemicals

  • Intermediate in Agrochemical Synthesis: 4-Fluorobenzonitrile acts as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of several agrochemicals, including certain pesticides and herbicides.

3. Polymers & Resins

  • Building Block for Thermally Stable Polymers: 4-Fluorobenzonitrile serves as a precursor for synthesizing polymers, especially those with high thermal stability, like poly(triphenylamine) derivatives. 
  • Monomer Synthesis: It reacts with diphenylamine to produce 4-cyanotriphenylamine, a monomer used in polymer synthesis.

Specifications

Assay 98%
Appearance Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor Aromatic
Boiling Point 187°C
Melting Point 15°C
Density 1.13 g/cm3
Solubility Slightly soluble in water; good solubility in organic solvents
Viscosity Not determined
Flash Point 78°C

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3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for 4-Fluorobenzonitrile? 
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