Description

2-Cyano-4-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic nitrile and carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical multifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an electron-withdrawing nitro group and a reactive cyano substituent, makes it invaluable for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a benzoic acid scaffold with further functionalization points.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the nitro and cyano groups contribute to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for producing azo dyes and other complex colorants due to its reactive aromatic ring.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials and emissive layer components in electronic displays.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to introduce polar and reactive sites into polymer chains, enhancing properties like adhesion or dyeability.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical reactions and synthesizing novel heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyano-4-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	126388-92-9
Molecular Formula	C8H4N2O4
Molecular Weight	192.13 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-2-cyanobenzoic Acid; 2-Carboxy-5-nitrobenzonitrile; Benzoic acid, 2-cyano-4-nitro-; 5-Nitroisophthalonitrile-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Cyano-4-nitro-benzoesäure (German); Acide 2-cyano-4-nitrobenzoïque (French)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Cyano-4-Nitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthesis applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We are committed to consistent quality and supply chain reliability for our global B2B partners.

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 product is light-sensitive and should be handled and stored accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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