Description

2-Bromo-6-Cyanobenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromo and cyano substituents on the benzoic acid core, makes it a versatile precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for constructing heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its halogen and nitrile groups enable further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as monomers for conductive polymers or components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: A valuable starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and custom synthesis houses to produce tailored compounds for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-6-Cyanobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1261446-05-2
Molecular Formula	C8H4BrNO2
Molecular Weight	226.03 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Cyano-2-bromobenzoic acid; 2-Bromo-6-cyanobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-6-cyano-; 2-Bromo-6-carboxybenzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-6-Cyanobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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