Description

4-Cyano-2,6-Dichlorobenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block characterized by its cyano and chloro substituents. This compound matters as a key synthetic intermediate for constructing complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with benzaldehyde-derived scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive aldehyde and cyano groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Functional Material Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex colorants and photostable dyes.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A valuable reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and academic laboratories exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Cyano-2,6-Dichlorobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	157870-18-3
Molecular Formula	C8H3Cl2NO
Molecular Weight	200.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dichloro-4-formylbenzonitrile; 2,6-Dichloro-4-cyanobenzaldehyde; 4-Formyl-3,5-dichlorobenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 2,6-dichloro-4-formyl-; 157870-18-3; 4-Cyano-2,6-dichlorobenzenecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Cyano-2,6-Dichlorobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment 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 kept in opaque or amber packaging.

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.