Compound Q&A
How is 2-Fluoro-4-methoxybenzonitrile (CAS: 94610-82-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Fluoro-4-methoxybenzonitrile is typically synthesized via the reaction of 4-methoxybenzonitrile with hydrogen fluoride (HF) or trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) as a catalyst. The reaction yields the desired product with good selectivity. The yield is around 70-80%, and the process is carried out under mild conditions to avoid over-fluorination.
About
CAS No
94610-82-9
English Name
2-Fluoro-4-methoxybenzonitrile
Molecular Formula
C8H6FNO
Molecular Weight
151.14 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC(=C(C=C1)C#N)F
InChIKey
HWKUZTFIZATJPM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-28 13:06
