Description

Benzonitrile, 3,5-Diamino-4-Methyl- (9Ci) is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic nitrile derivative characterized by its two primary amine groups and a methyl substituent. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for the synthesis of complex organic molecules. It is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where its unique structure enables the creation of active ingredients and functional materials. The product is supplied with a CAS Registry Number of 168770-41-0.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting central nervous system disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its aromatic amine functionality.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of high-performance dyes, pigments, and colorants for industrial applications.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, resins, and epoxy hardeners.
• Chemical Research & Development: Valuable reagent in organic synthesis for constructing heterocyclic compounds and complex molecular architectures.
• Coordination Chemistry: Ligand for metal complexation in catalysis and material science applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Benzonitrile, 3,5-Diamino-4-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	168770-41-0
Molecular Formula	C8H9N3
Molecular Weight	147.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Diamino-4-methylbenzonitrile; 4-Methyl-3,5-diaminobenzonitrile; 3,5-Diamino-p-tolunitrile; 4-Cyano-2,6-diaminotoluene; 2,6-Diamino-4-methylbenzonitrile; 4-Methyl-3,5-dicyanobenzene (incorrect but common search term); Benzonitrile, 4-methyl-3,5-diamino-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3,5-Diamino-4-methylbenzonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR analysis, to ensure compliance with exacting purity standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its amine functionality, it should be stored separately from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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)	≤ 10 ppm

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