Description

5-Nitroanthranilonitrile is a versatile and high-value aromatic nitrile derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of its nitro and nitrile functional groups, which enable precise and efficient construction of complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical scaffolds. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of quinazoline, quinoxaline, and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its nitro-aromatic core.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for azo dyes and other complex colorants due to its reactive aromatic amine potential after reduction.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors, ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and other advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development, catalysis studies, and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Nitroanthranilonitrile
CAS No.	17420-30-3
Molecular Formula	C8H5N3O2
Molecular Weight	175.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-5-nitrobenzonitrile; 5-Nitro-2-aminobenzonitrile; 2-Cyano-4-nitroaniline; 4-Nitro-2-cyanobenzenamine; 5-Nitroanthranilic acid nitrile; Benzonitrile, 2-amino-5-nitro-; 1-Amino-2-cyano-4-nitrobenzene
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Quality Control

Our 5-Nitroanthranilonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	195°C - 205°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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