2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile

Chemical Intermediates 2025-03-02

CAS No.: 447-60-9 | EINECS: 207-184-3


1. Chemical Identification

Property Specification
IUPAC Name 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile
Synonyms o-Trifluoromethylbenzonitrile; 2-Cyanobenzotrifluoride
Molecular Formula C₈H₄F₃N
Molecular Weight 171.12 g/mol
CAS No. 447-60-9
EINECS No. 207-184-3

2. Physical & Chemical Properties

Parameter Value
Appearance Colorless to yellowish liquid
Purity (GC) ≥99%
Density (20°C) 1.294 g/cm³
Melting Point 7.5°C
Boiling Point 204-206°C
Flash Point 90°C (closed cup)
Refractive Index 1.469-1.471 (20°C)
Solubility Soluble in organic solvents; immiscible with water

3. Production & Supply

Parameter Detail
Annual Capacity 200 metric tons
MOQ 100g
Packaging 100g (glass bottle), 1kg (HDPE drum), 25kg (steel drum)
Storage Keep container tightly closed in cool, ventilated area

4. Quality Standards

Test Specification
Purity (GC) ≥99.0%
Water Content ≤0.1% (KF)
Acidity (as H⁺) ≤0.05%
Color (APHA) ≤50

5. Applications

  • Pharmaceutical Intermediate:
    • Key building block for fluorinated drug molecules
    • Used in synthesis of antifungal and anticancer agents
  • Agrochemicals:
    • Precursor for advanced pesticides and herbicides
  • Material Science:
    • Monomer for specialty polymers

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