Description

2-(2-Chlorophenyl)Acetonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure, featuring both a reactive cyano group and a chlorinated phenyl ring, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it serves as a precursor to various heterocycles and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing indole, quinoline, or other nitrogen-containing heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the chlorophenyl moiety is a common structural feature.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for producing specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in research for creating novel ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of advanced polymers and functional materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new carbon-carbon and carbon-nitrogen bond-forming reactions in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-(2-Chlorophenyl)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	2856-63-5
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClN
Molecular Weight	151.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chlorobenzyl cyanide; (2-Chlorophenyl)acetonitrile; o-Chlorobenzyl cyanide; 2-Chlorobenzeneacetonitrile; α-Chloro-o-tolunitrile; 2-Chlorophenylacetonitrile; (o-Chlorophenyl)acetonitrile; Benzeneacetonitrile, 2-chloro-
EINECS	220-667-7

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Chlorophenyl)Acetonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The product is compatible with most common organic solvents but should be kept in its original container to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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