CAS: 157647-02-4

6-Chloro-2,3-difluorobenzonitrile is a chemical intermediate that can be used in the production of antibacterial agents and insecticides. 6-Chloro-2,3-difluorobenzonitrile hydrolyzes to 2,3-dichloropropionitrile and hydrogen fluoride. This hydrolysis reaction can be catalyzed by acids or bases. 6-Chloro-2,3-difluorobenzonitrile has been used industrially as an intermediate in the production of chlorinated solvents and disinfectants. It is also used technologically as an intermediate in the production of antibacterial agents such as triclosan or hexachlorophene.

6-Chloro-2,3-difluorobenzonitrile