3-Fluorobenzonitrile

[403-54-3] C7H4FN (MW 121.11) InChI = 1S/C7H4FN/c8-7-3-1-2-6(4-7)5-9/h1-4H InChIKey = JZTPKAROPNTQQV-UHFFFAOYSA-N (used in a variety of heterocycle syntheses and derivatizations, acting as electrophilic reagent) Physical Data: mp −16 to −18.3 °C; bp 182–183 °C; d 1.504 g cm−3; fp 67 °C. Solubility: soluble in alcohol, ether, and most organic solvents. Form supplied in: colorless liquid, widely available. Handling, Storage, and Precautions: moisture sensitive, store under nitrogen. Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin, or if swallowed; irritating to eyes, respiratory system, and skin.