Description

2-(3-Nitrobenzylidene)Propanedinitrile is a specialized organic compound featuring a nitrophenyl group conjugated with a dinitrile moiety. This structure is of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and materials science, serving as a versatile building block for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive nitrile and nitro groups.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a building block for π-conjugated systems in the research of organic semiconductors, dyes, and sensors.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a Michael acceptor or a dipolarophile in cycloaddition reactions (e.g., [3+2] cycloadditions) for constructing five-membered rings.
• Coordination Chemistry: Can function as a ligand precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalysts due to its potential donor sites.
• Polymer Chemistry: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for the synthesis of specialty polymers with unique thermal or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Nitrobenzylidene)Propanedinitrile
CAS No.	2826-32-6
Molecular Formula	C10H5N3O2
Molecular Weight	199.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Nitrobenzylidene)malononitrile; 2-[(3-Nitrophenyl)methylene]propanedinitrile; 3-Nitrobenzylidenemalononitrile; Propanedinitrile, 2-[(3-nitrophenyl)methylene]-; m-Nitrobenzylidenemalononitrile; NBM
EINECS	220-594-8

Quality Control

Our 2-(3-Nitrobenzylidene)Propanedinitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to the presence of reactive functional groups, it should be stored separately from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.