Description

3,4-Dichlorophenylisocyanide is a versatile aromatic isocyanide building block, essential for the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. Its value lies in its dual reactivity as both an isocyanide for multicomponent reactions and a halogenated aromatic for cross-coupling, enabling efficient construction of diverse molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and advanced polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds with potential biological activity, such as imidazoles and oxazoles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for the creation of specialized polymers, ligands for catalysis, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Multicomponent Reactions (MCRs): Employed in Passerini and Ugi reactions to rapidly generate chemical libraries for drug discovery and screening.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand precursor for transition metal complexes used in catalysis and sensing applications.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and isocyanide chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dichlorophenylisocyanide
CAS No.	1930-84-3
Molecular Formula	C7H3Cl2N
Molecular Weight	171.01 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dichloro-4-isocyanobenzene; 3,4-Dichlorophenyl isocyanide; 3,4-Dichlorophenyl isonitrile; 3,4-Dichlorobenzene isocyanide; 3,4-Dichlorophenyl isocyanide-d5; Isocyanic acid, 3,4-dichlorophenyl ester; (3,4-Dichlorophenyl)isocyanide; 3,4-Dichlorophenyl iso-cyanide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dichlorophenylisocyanide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.