Description

2-Chloro-4-(Ethylamino)Benzonitrile is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a benzonitrile core substituted with chloro and ethylamino functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing specific receptor-binding activities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its substituted aniline and nitrile chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, or advanced polymers where its molecular structure can impart specific electronic or self-assembly properties.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized azo dyes or pigments due to the presence of the amino and cyano groups.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The chloro substituent makes it a suitable substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) to create diverse biaryl or alkyl-aryl structures.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function or cellular pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-4-(Ethylamino)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	1097793-74-2
Molecular Formula	C9H9ClN2
Molecular Weight	180.63 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Ethylamino)-2-chlorobenzonitrile; 2-Chloro-4-ethylaminobenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 2-chloro-4-(ethylamino)-; 2-Chloro-4-(ethylamino)benzonitrile; N-Ethyl-2-chloro-4-cyanobenzenamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-4-(Ethylamino)Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our clients in research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting batch-specific results.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.