2,6-Difluorobenzonitrile

CAS# 1897-52-5

Product Description

2,6-Difluorobenzonitrile is a chemical compound with various industrial applications.

Product:

2,6-Difluorobenzonitrile

CAS:

1897-52-5

Synonym:

Benzonitrile, 2,6-difluoro-; 2,6-Difluoro-benzonitrile

Structure:

Typical Characteristics

Appearance

White to yellow solid

Boiling point

197-198 °C

Density

1.246 g/cm3

Flash Point

80 °C

Melting point

25-28 °C

Molecular Weight

139.10

Odor

Almond-like odor

Purity

97%

Refractive index

1.4875

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2,6-Difluorobenzonitrile used in many
industry applications

2,6-Difluorobenzonitrile is a chemical compound with various industrial applications. Here are some of its uses:

  1. Pharmaceutical Intermediates: 2,6-Difluorobenzonitrile serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds and drug candidates. It is used in the production of certain drugs with therapeutic properties, often serving as a building block for more complex molecules.
  2. Agrochemicals: 2,6-Difluorobenzonitrile is utilized in the synthesis of agrochemicals, including pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides. It serves as a molecular scaffold for designing compounds with pesticidal activity against insects, weeds, and plant pathogens, contributing to crop protection and agricultural productivity.
  3. Organic Synthesis: 2,6-Difluorobenzonitrile serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis reactions. It undergoes various chemical transformations, such as substitution, addition, and coupling reactions, to yield structurally diverse compounds with valuable properties and functionalities.
  4. Material Science: 2,6-Difluorobenzonitrile can be used in the synthesis of specialty polymers, resins, and materials with tailored properties. It may serve as a monomer or additive in polymerization reactions, contributing to the development of materials with specific thermal, mechanical, or chemical characteristics.
  5. Chemical Research: 2,6-Difluorobenzonitrile is employed in chemical research laboratories as a reference standard or reagent in experimental procedures. It may be used in studies related to organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and materials science.