Description

2-(3-Chloro-5-Methoxyphenyl)Acetonitrile is a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate featuring a substituted phenylacetonitrile structure. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development teams for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with specific activity profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Used in the development of specialized organic electronic materials due to its substituted aromatic structure.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocycles and fine chemicals.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Chloro-5-Methoxyphenyl)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	178486-31-2
Molecular Formula	C9H8ClNO
Molecular Weight	181.62 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Chloro-5-methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile; 2-(3-Chloro-5-methoxyphenyl)ethanenitrile; 3-Chloro-5-methoxybenzyl cyanide; 3-Chloro-5-methoxyphenylacetonitrile; 178486-31-2; (3-Chloro-5-methoxyphenyl)ethanenitrile; 3-Chloro-5-methoxybenzeneacetonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(3-Chloro-5-Methoxyphenyl)Acetonitrile adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. All materials are subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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