Description

4-(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)Benzonitrile is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound belonging to the benzonitrile chemical class. This versatile intermediate is critical for the development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its unique aromatic structure provides a valuable scaffold for further chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for use in complex organic synthesis and R&D programs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its dichlorophenyl moiety.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a foundational intermediate in the manufacture of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce specific aromatic and cyano functionalities into polymer chains to enhance thermal stability and material properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and material science.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex dyes and high-performance pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	1260497-25-3
Molecular Formula	C13H7Cl2N
Molecular Weight	248.11 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)benzonitrile; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile, 3',4'-dichloro-; 3',4'-Dichloro[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile; 4-Cyano-3',4'-dichlorobiphenyl; 4-(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)phenyl cyanide; 3,4-Dichlorophenylbenzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent quality suitable for sensitive R&D and scale-up processes. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

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.