Description

2-Cyanobenzamide is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative with a carboxamide functional group, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its primary value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, where the cyano and amide groups can be selectively modified to construct complex heterocyclic scaffolds and pharmaceutical actives. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of quinazolinone, quinoline, and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its aromatic core for active molecule design.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a precursor for electron-transport materials and host compounds in display and lighting technologies.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: The amide and nitrile functionalities can act as donors for metal complexation, useful in catalysis and material science.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce polar cyano and amide groups into polymer chains to alter thermal and mechanical properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of specialized azo dyes and high-performance pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyanobenzamide
CAS No.	17174-98-0
Molecular Formula	C8H6N2O
Molecular Weight	146.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Carbamoylbenzonitrile; o-Cyanobenzamide; Benzamide, 2-cyano-; 2-Cyano-benzamide; Benzonitrile, 2-carbamoyl-; Ortho-cyanobenzamide; 2-Cyanobenzoic acid amide; Amide of 2-cyanobenzoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Cyanobenzamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis by GC. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications. Custom purity grades, including pharmaceutical intermediates grade, are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	168 - 172 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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