Description

2-Amino-4-Bromo-6-Methylbenzonitrile is a high-purity, halogenated benzonitrile derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional molecular structure, featuring both an amino group and a bromine atom, which enables precise and versatile chemical modifications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its halogen and nitrile functionalities.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials or emissive layer components in display technologies.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it an excellent substrate for Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig, and other palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized azo dyes and high-performance pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-4-Bromo-6-Methylbenzonitrile
CAS No.	1609964-29-5
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrN2
Molecular Weight	211.06 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2-amino-6-methylbenzonitrile; 6-Methyl-2-amino-4-bromobenzonitrile; 2-Amino-4-bromo-6-methylbenzenecarbonitrile; Benzonitrile, 2-amino-4-bromo-6-methyl-; 4-Bromo-6-methyl-2-aminobenzonitrile; 2-Amino-4-bromo-6-methyl-benzonitrile; 1609964-29-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Amino-4-Bromo-6-Methylbenzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for research and commercial scale applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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	≤ 10 ppm

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