Download full text in PDF Opens in a new window. Article suggestions will be shown in a dialog on return to ScienceDirect. ... Please enable JavaScript to use all the features on this page. ... A high yield, one pot synthesis of 3-fluorophthalic anhydride from the easily accessible 3-nitrophthaloyl dichloride is described. The mechanistic implications of the fluorodenitration process are also discussed. ... Cookies are used by this site. To decline or learn more, visit our Cookies ...