Description

3-Bromo-2-Cyanobenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromo and cyano substituents ortho to the carboxylic acid, makes it a versatile precursor for constructing complex molecules. This compound is critically important for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, dyes, and pigments due to its conjugated aromatic system.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: Provides a versatile handle for Suzuki, Sonogashira, and other cross-coupling reactions in contract research and manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-2-Cyanobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1261790-96-8
Molecular Formula	C8H4BrNO2
Molecular Weight	226.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-3-bromobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-2-cyano-; 3-Bromo-2-cyanobenzoic acid; 1261790-96-8; 3-Bromo-2-cyanobenzoic acid (CAS 1261790-96-8); 2-Carboxy-6-bromobenzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-2-Cyanobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided for all shipments.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and light to maintain stability and purity.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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