Description

2-Fluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine (CAS No. 94239-04-0) is a high-purity fluorinated pyridine derivative with the molecular formula C₆H₃F₄N. This specialized heterocyclic compound is characterized by its unique trifluoromethyl and fluoro substituents, which enhance its reactivity and utility in advanced synthetic applications. Ideal for researchers in pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science, this product is rigorously tested to ensure ≥98% purity (GC) and is supplied in sealed, light-resistant packaging to maintain stability. Its low moisture content and high chemical compatibility make it a versatile intermediate for nucleophilic substitution, cross-coupling, and fluorination reactions. Store under inert conditions at 2-8°C for optimal shelf life.

Properties

• CAS Number: 94239-04-0
• Complexity: 133
• IUPAC Name: 2-fluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H3F4N/c7-5-3-1-2-4(11-5)6(8,9)10/h1-3H
• InChI Key: IZOIOCQPMHHDHN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 165.02016175
• Molecular Formula: C6H3F4N
• Molecular Weight: 165.09
• SMILES: C1=CC(=NC(=C1)F)C(F)(F)F
• Topological: 12.9
• Monoisotopic Mass: 165.02016175
• Synonyms: 2-Fluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine, 2-Fluoro-6-Trifluoromethylpyridine, DTXSID60371405, EC 428-100-3, DTXCID80322439, 428-100-3, 640-140-5, 94239-04-0, Pyridine, 2-fluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)-, MFCD03092901, 6-fluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine, 2-fluoro-6-trifluoromethyl pyridine, 2-trifluoromethyl-6-fluoropyridine, B7BD4UX6CJ, SCHEMBL415739, SCHEMBL10952065, 2-fluoro-6-trifluoromethyl-pyridine, BBL102886, SBB054387, STL556694, AKOS005063708, AB13145, AC-9482, CS-W017894, PS-6412, SY057156, DB-021112, F0826, NS00004376, ST50949809, EN300-93031, 2-fluoro-6-trifluoromethylpyridine, AldrichCPR, F21444, Z1201621982

Application

2-Fluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine serves as a key building block in the synthesis of fluorinated pharmaceuticals, particularly for CNS-targeting drugs and PET radiotracers. Its electron-withdrawing properties facilitate the development of agrochemicals, including herbicides and fungicides with enhanced bioavailability. The compound is also employed in materials science for creating fluorinated liquid crystals and corrosion-resistant coatings.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H226: Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]
• H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H332: Harmful if inhaled [Warning Acute toxicity, inhalation]
• H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]

Precautionary Statements

• P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301+P317, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P317, P330, P370+P378, P403+P235, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Flam. Liq. 3 (71.4%)
• Acute Tox. 4 (71.4%)
• Skin Irrit. 2 (28.6%)
• Eye Irrit. 2 (28.6%)
• Acute Tox. 4 (71.4%)
• STOT SE 3 (28.6%)
• STOT RE 2 (14.3%)
• Aquatic Chronic 3 (71.4%)

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