Description

5-Bromo-1,3-benzenedicarbonitrile is a versatile brominated aromatic dinitrile building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functional groups, which allow it to serve as a key precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functionalized aromatic compounds. This intermediate is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where its bromine and nitrile groups enable specific modes of action.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of high-performance polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts for fine chemical synthesis.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in organic chemistry, enabling exploration of new reaction pathways and molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-1,3-benzenedicarbonitrile
CAS No.	160892-07-9
Molecular Formula	C8H3BrN2
Molecular Weight	207.03 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromoisophthalonitrile; 1,3-Dicyano-5-bromobenzene; 5-Bromo-1,3-dicyanobenzene; 5-Bromobenzene-1,3-dicarbonitrile; Isophthalonitrile, 5-bromo-; 5-Bromo-m-phthalodinitrile; 5-Bromoisophthalodinitrile; 160892-07-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-1,3-benzenedicarbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting our customers' needs in regulated research and development environments.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

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	≤20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤0.5%, Total impurities ≤2.0%

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