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4-Fluorobenzonitrile, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
4-Fluorobenzonitrile is used as chemical intermediate, solvent for perfumes and pharmaceuticals, stabilizer for chlorinated solvents, HPLC analysis, catalyst and component of transition-metal complex catalysts.
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4-Fluorobenzonitrile is used as chemical intermediate, solvent for perfumes and pharmaceuticals, stabilizer for chlorinated solvents, HPLC analysis, catalyst and component of transition-metal complex catalysts.
Solubility
Insoluble in water.
Notes
Stable under recommended storage conditions. Incompatible with oxidizing agents.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 34°C to 37°C |
Boiling Point | 186°C to 188°C |
Flash Point | 65°C (149°F) |
Odor | Almond-like |
Quantity | 25 g |
Beilstein | 2041517 |
Solubility Information | Insoluble in water. |
Formula Weight | 121.11 |
Percent Purity | 99% |
Chemical Name or Material | 4-Fluorobenzonitrile |
Safety and Handling

- Warning
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- H302-Harmful if swallowed.
- H312-Harmful in contact with skin.
- H332-Harmful if inhaled.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
RUO – Research Use Only
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