4-Fluorophenyl acetonitrile

4-Fluorophenyl acetonitrile

4-Fluorobenzyl cyanide

CAS 459-22-3

Chemical Formula C8H6FN

Molecular Weight 135.14 g/mol

4-Fluorophenyl acetonitrile is an organic compound characterized by a phenyl ring with a fluorine substituent at the para position and a nitrile group (-CN) attached to the phenyl ring. It's a colorless liquid or crystalline solid. It's used as a starting reagent in the synthesis of various chemical compounds, including some piperidine derivatives. 

Industrial Uses

1. Pharmaceuticals

  • Schizophrenia treatment: 4-Fluorophenyl acetonitrile is a key building block in the synthesis of Blonanserin, a drug used to treat schizophrenia. 
  • Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Disease Prevention: It plays a role in the synthesis of multi-medicaments used to prevent and treat cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. 
  • Senile dementia: It is also involved in the synthesis of drugs for conditions like senile dementia and hyperlipemia. 
  • Intermediate in Drug Synthesis: It acts as an important intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, including anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs, and those targeting enzyme inhibition.

2. Agrochemicals 

  • Intermediate in synthesis: 4-Fluorophenyl acetonitrile serves as a building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules used in agrochemicals. 
  • Pesticide and herbicide development: It contributes to the creation of compounds that can be used to control pests and weeds, helping to protect crops.

3. Polymers & Resins

  • Curing Agent: 4-Fluorophenylacetonitrile acts as a curing agent in PN resin systems. During the curing process, the nitrile groups in 4-Fluorophenylacetonitrile react with the phthalonitrile monomers, forming a crosslinked network. 

Specifications

Assay 98%
Appearance Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor Mild, aromatic or slightly nitrile-like odor
Boiling Point 230°C
Melting Point Not defined
Density 1.11 g/cm3
Solubility Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol, acetone, ether, and DMSO
Viscosity Not determined
Flash Point 106°C

Hazard Symbols

Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards

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