Description

3-Chloro-5-Formylbenzonitrile is a versatile and high-purity aromatic nitrile building block, distinguished by its reactive aldehyde and nitrile functional groups. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical intermediate, and material science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing heterocyclic or substituted aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used 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 polymers and small molecules for OLEDs or sensors.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: A valuable building block for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs producing custom fine chemicals for client projects.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-5-Formylbenzonitrile
CAS No.	1205513-88-7
Molecular Formula	C8H4ClNO
Molecular Weight	165.58 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Cyano-3-chlorobenzaldehyde; 3-Chloro-5-cyanobenzaldehyde; 3-Chloro-5-formylbenzonitrile; 5-Formyl-3-chlorobenzonitrile; 3-Chloro-5-aldehydrobenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 3-chloro-5-formyl-; 3-Chloro-5-carboxaldehydebenzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-5-Formylbenzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices for fine chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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.