Description

2-(3-Bromo-4-Nitrophenyl)Acetonitrile is a high-purity, versatile aromatic nitrile building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its dual functional groups, which enable precise molecular construction in complex chemical pathways. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its bromo and nitro substituents for structural diversity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized colorants and photographic chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Facilitates Suzuki, Sonogashira, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form complex biaryl structures.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic routes in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Bromo-4-Nitrophenyl)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	124840-60-4
Molecular Formula	C8H5BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	241.04 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Bromo-4-nitrophenyl)acetonitrile; 2-(3-Bromo-4-nitrophenyl)ethanenitrile; 3-Bromo-4-nitrophenylacetonitrile; 3-Bromo-4-nitrobenzyl cyanide; α-Cyano-3-bromo-4-nitrotoluene; 2-(3-Bromo-4-nitrophenyl)-acetonitrile; 124840-60-4; 3-Bromo-4-nitrobenzeneacetonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(3-Bromo-4-Nitrophenyl)Acetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications.

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 light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow 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.