Molekula
2-Fluoro-5-formylbenzonitrile
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2-Fluoro-5-formylbenzonitrile is a fluorinated aromatic nitrile used in organic synthesis, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It features a formyl group and a cyano group on a fluorobenzene ring. Available with CAS number 218301-22-5, molecular formula C8H4FNO, and molecular weight 149.12 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies 2-Fluoro-5-formylbenzonitrile from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | white to yellow to light brown powder |
| Water | ≤1.0% |
| Single Impurity | ≤0.3% |
| Purity | ≥99.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.5% |
| Total Impurities | ≤1.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90034886 |
| CAS Number | 218301-22-5 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-fluoro-5-formylbenzonitrile |
| Molecular Formula | C8H4FNO |
| Molecular Weight | 149.12 |
| Exact Mass | 149.0277 |
| SMILES | C1=CC(=C(C=C1C=O)C#N)F |
| InChIKey | MOFRJTLODZILCR-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H4FNO/c9-8-2-1-6(5-11)3-7(8)4-10/h1-3,5H |
| PubChem CID | 2769582 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2926904300 |
| Tariff Code | 2926907090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 10014 2-fluoro-5-formyl benzonitrile
- 2-fluoro-5-formylbenzenecarbonitrile
- 3-Cyano-4-fluorobenzaldehyde
- 4-Fluoro-3-cyanobenzaldehyde
- 5-formyl-2-fluoro-benzonitrile
- BB 0253842
- BENZONITRILE, 2-FLUORO-5-FORMYL-
- fluoro-5-formylbenzonitrile
- MOFRJTLODZILCR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Fluoro-5-formylbenzonitrile used for?
It is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C8H4FNO with a molecular weight of 149.12 g/mol.
How should 2-Fluoro-5-formylbenzonitrile be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available?
Available in technical grade; custom purity levels may be requested.
Can Molekula supply this compound in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request; please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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