Description

3-Bromo-2-Nitrobenzonitrile is a versatile halogenated aromatic nitrile building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring bromo, nitro, and nitrile functional groups, makes it a key intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments due to its nitro and nitrile substituents.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including nucleophilic aromatic substitution and cyano-group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-2-Nitrobenzonitrile
CAS No.	1261777-18-7
Molecular Formula	C7H3BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	227.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-3-bromobenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 3-bromo-2-nitro-; 3-Bromo-2-nitrobenzenecarbonitrile; 3-Bromo-2-nitro-phenyl cyanide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-2-Nitrobenzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

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.