Description

5-Bromo-2,3-Dimethoxy-Benzonitrile is a versatile benzonitrile derivative and a valuable halogenated aromatic building block. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of complex molecules for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily used by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogen and nitrile functionalities.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport molecules or liquid crystals.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for constructing molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes due to its modifiable bromo and cyano groups.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2,3-Dimethoxy-Benzonitrile
CAS No.	164670-73-9
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrNO2
Molecular Weight	242.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethoxy-5-bromobenzonitrile; 5-Bromo-2,3-dimethoxybenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 5-bromo-2,3-dimethoxy-; 5-Bromo-2,3-dimethoxy-phenyl cyanide; 164670-73-9; 5-Br-2,3-(MeO)2-C6H2CN
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2,3-Dimethoxy-Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

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. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

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

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