Description

2-Cyano-5-Nitroanisole is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of its cyano and nitro functional groups on an anisole scaffold, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its nitro and cyano groups for structural diversification.
• Dye and Pigment Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the development of specialized azo dyes and high-performance organic pigments.
• Liquid Crystal and Electronic Material Research: Investigated as a monomer or intermediate in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and liquid crystal display (LCD) components.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) due to the reactivity of its halogenated derivatives, which can be prepared from this intermediate.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on novel organic transformations and methodology development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyano-5-Nitroanisole
CAS No.	101084-96-2
Molecular Formula	C8H6N2O3
Molecular Weight	178.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-methoxybenzonitrile; 2-Methoxy-5-nitrobenzonitrile; 5-Nitro-o-anisonitrile; Benzonitrile, 2-methoxy-5-nitro-; 2-Cyano-5-nitroanisole; 2-Methoxy-5-nitrobenzenecarbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Cyano-5-Nitroanisole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.