4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitri… 260371-16-2

Name: 4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-013061

About 4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile

Listed under CAS 260371-16-2, 4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile is a process intermediate or related compound of Escitalopram available from Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C15H10FNO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 255.24 g/mol. Alternative names: 5-Cyano-2-(4-fluorobenzoyl)benzyl alcohol.

It is supplied as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. Handle it with standard laboratory precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to Escitalopram, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg and 50 mg packs, 4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. This item is currently in stock for prompt dispatch.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile
Catalogue No.	VQ-013061
CAS Number	260371-16-2
IUPAC name	4-(4-fluorobenzoyl)-3-(hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile
Molecular formula	C₁₅H₁₀FNO₂
Molecular weight	255.24 g/mol
Exact mass	255.0696
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	GDOCLIOVHKLEOU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CC=C1C(=O)C2=C(C=C(C=C2)C#N)CO)F
PubChem CID	10945002

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	2.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 4
TPSA	61.1 Å²
Synonyms	5-Cyano-2-(4-fluorobenzoyl)benzyl alcohol, Benzonitrile, 4-(4-fluorobenzoyl)-3-(hydroxymethyl)-, 3-hydroxymethyl-4-(4-fluorobenzoyl)benzonitrile, 4-(4-fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethyl-benzonitrile, 4-[(4-fluorophenyl)carbonyl]-3-(hydroxymethyl)benzenecarbonitrile

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 4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile is 260371-16-2. It is also known as 5-Cyano-2-(4-fluorobenzoyl)benzyl alcohol, Benzonitrile, 4-(4-fluorobenzoyl)-3-(hydroxymethyl)-, 3-hydroxymethyl-4-(4-fluorobenzoyl)benzonitrile.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile?

4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile has the molecular formula C15H10FNO2 and a molecular weight of 255.24 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-(4-fluorobenzoyl)-3-(hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile.

What is 4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile used for?

4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Escitalopram. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile can I order?

We supply 4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile?

Yes. Every lot of 4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile 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 4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export 4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)-3-hydroxymethylbenzonitrile worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.