Description

5-Ethoxy-2-Nitrobenzonitrile is a specialized aromatic nitrile derivative characterized by its ethoxy and nitro substituents. This compound serves as a crucial advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile organic synthesis building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing specific receptor-binding activities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators, leveraging the reactivity of the nitrile and nitro groups.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Potential intermediate for creating electron-transport materials or emissive layer components in display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in organometallic chemistry to synthesize novel ligands for catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing azo dyes or other complex colorants due to its aromatic nitro functionality.
• Academic and Industrial Research: Valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, such as cross-coupling reactions or nitro group transformations.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Ethoxy-2-Nitrobenzonitrile
CAS No.	1415819-87-2
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2O3
Molecular Weight	192.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-5-ethoxybenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 5-ethoxy-2-nitro-; 5-Ethoxy-2-nitro-benzonitrile; 1415819-87-2; 2-Cyano-4-ethoxynitrobenzene; 4-Ethoxy-2-nitrobenzonitrile (alternate numbering); 5-Ethoxy-2-nitro-phenyl cyanide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Ethoxy-2-Nitrobenzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced intermediate use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.