4-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile

Name: 4-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-051065

About 4-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile

4-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile is a nitrile building block carrying the CAS registry number 4640-67-9. The compound has the formula C9H6FNO, corresponding to a molecular weight of 163.15 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 3-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-oxopropanenitrile. Alternative names: p-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile and 3-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-oxopropionitrile.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for fine chemical synthesis and organic synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 4-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Fine chemical synthesis
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile
Catalogue No.	VQ-051065
CAS Number	4640-67-9
IUPAC name	3-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-oxopropanenitrile
Molecular formula	C₉H₆FNO
Molecular weight	163.15 g/mol
Exact mass	163.0433
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	LOJBBLDAJBJVBZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CC=C1C(=O)CC#N)F
PubChem CID	2783172

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	40.9 Å²
Synonyms	p-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile, 3-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-oxopropionitrile, Acetonitrile, (p-fluorobenzoyl)-, 3-Oxo-3-(4-fluorophenyl)propanenitrile, alpha-Cyano-4-fluoroacetophenone, Benzenepropanenitrile, 4-fluoro-beta-oxo-, 3-(4-fluoro-phenyl)-3-oxo-propionitrile, (p-fluorobenzoyl)acetonitrile, 3-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-oxo-propanenitrile

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

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 4-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile is 4640-67-9. It is also known as p-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile, 3-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-oxopropionitrile, Acetonitrile, (p-fluorobenzoyl)-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile?

4-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile has the molecular formula C9H6FNO and a molecular weight of 163.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-oxopropanenitrile.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile can I order?

We supply 4-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile?

Yes. Every lot of 4-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile 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-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-Fluorobenzoylacetonitrile 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.