Description

Dichloromalononitrile is a versatile halogenated nitrile building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its high reactivity, particularly as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds and functional materials, makes it a critical intermediate for research and industrial-scale production. This compound is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and performance chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic scaffolds, including pyrimidines and triazines, for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, contributing to crop protection solutions.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing high-performance polymers, resins, and specialty coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cyanation reactions and as a reagent for introducing the malononitrile moiety into complex molecules.
• Dyestuff & Pigment Production: Intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry and process development in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dichloromalononitrile
CAS No.	13063-43-9
Molecular Formula	C3Cl2N2
Molecular Weight	142.96 g/mol
Synonyms	Dichloropropanedinitrile; Dichlorodicyanomethane; Malononitrile, dichloro-; Propanedinitrile, 2,2-dichloro-; 2,2-Dichloromalononitrile; Dichloromalonodinitrile; NSC 88140
EINECS	235-957-7

Quality Control

Our Dichloromalononitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, purity profiling, and impurity identification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its reactivity, store separately from strong bases, reducing agents, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	64 - 68 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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