Description

5-Bromo-2-Methoxybenzonitrile is a versatile and high-purity organic building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its bromine and nitrile functional groups, which enable precise molecular modifications in complex reaction pathways. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable scaffold for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Custom Synthesis: Provides a critical building block for contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) producing bespoke compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Methoxybenzonitrile
CAS No.	144649-99-0
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrNO
Molecular Weight	212.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-5-bromobenzonitrile; 5-Bromo-2-methoxybenzonitrile; 5-Bromo-o-anisonitrile; 2-Cyano-4-bromoanisole; 4-Bromo-2-cyanomethoxybenzene; 5-Bromo-2-methoxy phenyl cyanide; Benzonitrile, 5-bromo-2-methoxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Methoxybenzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.