Description

2-Chloro-5-Cyanobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity organic building block of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its bifunctional molecular structure, which incorporates both a reactive ester group and a versatile nitrile moiety. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the construction of complex molecules, serving as a key intermediate in the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of small molecule drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogen and nitrile functionalities.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development, catalysis studies, and the creation of compound libraries.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and functional pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-5-Cyanobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	1261779-36-5
Molecular Formula	C10H8ClNO2
Molecular Weight	209.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Chloro-5-cyanobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-5-cyano-, ethyl ester; 2-Chloro-5-cyanobenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-chloro-5-cyanobenzoate; 5-Cyano-2-chlorobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Chloro-5-Cyanobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). 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)	≥ 98.0%
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.