Description

4-Chloro-2-(Cyclopropyl)Benzonitrile is a versatile benzonitrile derivative featuring a chlorophenyl and cyclopropyl substituent, making it a valuable synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure is engineered to serve as a key building block in the development of advanced pharmaceutical compounds and agrochemicals. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production chemists in the life sciences and fine chemical industries seeking to create novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a core scaffold for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the biological activity of the chlorobenzonitrile moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in organometallic chemistry and catalysis research to create novel ligands for transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed as a monomer or functional additive in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and as a fragment in fragment-based drug discovery (FBDD).

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2-(Cyclopropyl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	1417518-82-1
Molecular Formula	C10H8ClN
Molecular Weight	177.63 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyclopropyl-4-chlorobenzonitrile; 4-Chloro-2-cyclopropylbenzonitrile; 1-Chloro-4-cyano-3-cyclopropylbenzene; Benzonitrile, 4-chloro-2-cyclopropyl-; (4-Chloro-2-cyclopropylphenyl)carbonitrile; 1417518-82-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-2-(Cyclopropyl)Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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