- ▸ Precursor to 2,6-difluorobenzamide and benzoylurea insect growth regulators such as diflubenzuron (Agriculture)
- ▸ Fluorinated building block for pharmaceutical actives (Pharmaceuticals, Industrial Manufacturing)
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2,6-Difluorobenzonitrile is a fluoro-benzonitrile synthesis intermediate — a building block used in the manufacture of agrochemical intermediates, notably as a precursor toward benzoylurea-type actives via 2,6-difluorobenzamide. Identity: CAS 1897-52-5.
What it is
2,6-Difluorobenzonitrile (CAS 1897-52-5, C7H3F2N) is a fluoro-benzonitrile sold as a synthesis intermediate — a defined building block that downstream manufacturers convert into finished products. It is a key building block for benzoylurea agrochemical chemistry.
Role in synthesis
As a nitrile, the cyano group can be hydrolyzed to the corresponding acid or amide, or reduced to a primary amine, while the ring halogens are reactive sites for nucleophilic aromatic substitution. The substitution pattern (isomer) is part of the identity — confirm the CAS to be sure the isomer matches your route, because position isomers react differently and lead to different products.
What it is used to make
It is a building block toward agrochemical intermediates, notably as a precursor toward benzoylurea-type actives via 2,6-difluorobenzamide. RawSource supplies the intermediate; the downstream synthesis, product registration and any application or efficacy are the responsibility of the manufacturer that uses it.
Forms, grades and handling
Supplied to a defined assay with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) per lot; define the assay and key impurity limits your route needs. Several halo-aromatic intermediates are hazardous and some are regulated — confirm regulatory status and handling for your jurisdiction, and always consult the current Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Typical values are not a guaranteed specification; the CoA governs.
Bulk and custom-quantity supply
RawSource sources 2,6-Difluorobenzonitrile direct from producers in bulk and custom quantities, with CoA, TDS and SDS per lot. Tell us the assay and impurity limits and your sample/pilot/production quantity, and we will quote it and confirm supply continuity. See the full range in the intermediates guide.
Typical Properties
Typical reference values, not a specification; the Certificate of Analysis (CoA) for the lot governs.
| Property | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Fluoro-benzonitrile |
| End-use class | Agrochemical intermediate (benzoylureas) |
| CAS Number | 1897-52-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C7H3F2N |
| Molecular Weight | 139.10 g/mol |
| Handling | Refer to the current SDS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 2,6-difluorobenzonitrile used to make?
2,6-Difluorobenzonitrile (CAS 1897-52-5) is a synthesis intermediate used toward benzoylurea-type agrochemical actives, typically via hydrolysis to 2,6-difluorobenzamide. RawSource supplies the intermediate only.
Can RawSource supply 2,6-difluorobenzonitrile in bulk or custom quantities?
Yes — RawSource supplies 2,6-difluorobenzonitrile in bulk and custom (sample/pilot/production) quantities with CoA, TDS and SDS per lot. Tell us the assay, impurity limits and quantity, and we will quote it and confirm supply.