Description

2,5-Dimethylbenzonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure makes it an essential intermediate for the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This high-purity compound is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the fine chemical and life science sectors for creating complex target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for manufacturing herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed coupling reactions.
• Material Science: Intermediate for producing liquid crystals, polymers, and other advanced functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile starting material for introducing the dimethylbenzonitrile moiety into more complex structures via cyano group transformations.
• Research & Development: Standard reagent in academic and industrial R&D for method development and scale-up studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dimethylbenzonitrile
CAS No.	13730-09-1
Molecular Formula	C9H9N
Molecular Weight	131.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dimethylbenzonitrile; 2,5-Xylyl Cyanide; 2,5-Dimethylphenyl Cyanide; 2-Cyano-1,4-dimethylbenzene; Benzonitrile, 2,5-dimethyl-; 2,5-Dimethylbenzenecarbonitrile; NSC 403119; 2,5-Dimethylbenzyl Nitrile (common misnomer)
EINECS	237-311-2

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dimethylbenzonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system 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 and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your project requirements.

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 strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow crystalline solid or liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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