1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene

About 1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene

1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene is a nitrogen-functional building block carrying the CAS registry number 500-11-8. Its molecular formula is C7H6FNO2 and its molecular weight is 155.13 g/mol. It is also known as 4-Nitrobenzyl fluoride or p-(Fluoromethyl)nitrobenzene.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, dye and pigment intermediates and heterocycle construction. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, 1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. Stock is available for quick dispatch. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Dye & pigment intermediates
Heterocycle construction

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene
Catalogue No.	VQ-009737
CAS Number	500-11-8
IUPAC name	1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene
Molecular formula	C₇H₆FNO₂
Molecular weight	155.13 g/mol
Exact mass	155.0383
Grade	Reference Standard
InChIKey	CJFHTFLZNPFBKF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CC=C1CF)[N+](=O)[O-]
PubChem CID	10866566

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	45.8 Å²
Synonyms	4-Nitrobenzyl fluoride, p-(Fluoromethyl)nitrobenzene, p-Nitrobenzyl fluoride, alpha-Fluoro-p-nitrotoluene, p-fluoromethylnitrobenzene, 1-(fluoro-methyl)-4-nitro-benzene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation

Precautionary statements: P264, P280, P302 + P352, P321, P332 + P317, P362 + P364

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene?

The CAS Registry Number of 1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene is 500-11-8. It is also known as 4-Nitrobenzyl fluoride, p-(Fluoromethyl)nitrobenzene, p-Nitrobenzyl fluoride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene?

1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene has the molecular formula C7H6FNO2 and a molecular weight of 155.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene.

Which grade and pack sizes of 1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene can I order?

We supply 1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene?

Yes. Every lot of 1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene be shipped internationally?

Yes. 1-(fluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzene is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.