Description

2-Bromobenzyl Cyanide is a versatile brominated aromatic nitrile compound, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactive benzylic bromide and nitrile functional groups, which enable diverse transformations for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity building block is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, including potential CNS-active compounds and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized phosphine ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate for synthesizing monomers and functional polymers with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves in multi-step syntheses of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling and cyano-group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromobenzyl Cyanide
CAS No.	19472-74-3
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrN
Molecular Weight	196.05 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Bromo-o-tolunitrile; (2-Bromophenyl)acetonitrile; 2-Bromobenzeneacetonitrile; o-Bromobenzyl Cyanide; 2-Bromophenylacetonitrile; NSC 408696; (2-Bromobenzyl)cyanide; Bromobenzyl cyanide (mixed isomers)
EINECS	243-110-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromobenzyl Cyanide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, and we support our clients' regulatory needs for pharmaceutical and agrochemical development.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use. Store separately from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing agents.

Specification

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

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