Description

p-Nitrobenzylidene-p-Chlorophenylacetonitrile is a specialized organic chemical building block characterized by its distinct molecular structure. This compound matters for its utility as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for constructing novel compounds with targeted biological activities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific receptor sites.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its nitrile and aromatic functionalities.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Synthesis: Acts as a building block for creating advanced organic materials, including dyes and liquid crystal compounds, due to its conjugated system.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories to study new organic reactions, cyclization processes, or as a ligand precursor in catalytic systems.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological mechanisms and pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Nitrobenzylidene-p-Chlorophenylacetonitrile
CAS No.	104089-73-8
Molecular Formula	C15H9ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	284.70 g/mol
Synonyms	(p-Chlorophenyl)(4-nitrobenzylidene)acetonitrile; 2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-3-(4-nitrophenyl)acrylonitrile; 4-Nitrobenzylidene-4'-chlorophenylacetonitrile; (4-Nitrobenzylidene)(4-chlorophenyl)acetonitrile; p-Chlorobenzylidene-p-nitrophenylacetonitrile; 4-Chloro-α-(4-nitrobenzylidene)benzeneacetonitrile; NSC 403796
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our p-Nitrobenzylidene-p-Chlorophenylacetonitrile undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for research and development use. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity, purity, and consistency across batches. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.