Description

2-Cyano-N-(4-Nitrophenyl)Acetamide is a versatile nitrophenyl-substituted acetamide derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both cyano and nitro functional groups, makes it a valuable building block for constructing more complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical compounds. This high-purity chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those with heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive nitrophenyl group.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for producing azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research and development for constructing complex molecules via reactions at the cyano or amide functionalities.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological studies and new compound library generation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyano-N-(4-Nitrophenyl)Acetamide
CAS No.	22208-39-5
Molecular Formula	C9H7N3O3
Molecular Weight	205.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-N-(4-nitrophenyl)acetamide; 4-Nitro-N-(cyanomethyl)aniline; Acetamide, 2-cyano-N-(4-nitrophenyl)-; N-(4-Nitrophenyl)-2-cyanoacetamide; 2-Cyanoacet-4-nitroanilide; (4-Nitrophenylamino)(oxo)acetonitrile; 2-Cyano-2-(4-nitroanilino)ethanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Cyano-N-(4-Nitrophenyl)Acetamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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