Description

2-Amino-5-Formylbenzonitrile is a high-purity aromatic nitrile derivative featuring both amino and formyl functional groups, making it a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate. Its bifunctional nature allows for selective chemical transformations, enabling the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds and advanced pharmaceutical scaffolds. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for heterocyclic compounds like quinazolines and benzimidazoles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for the development of specialized dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and advanced polymeric materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for organic synthesis, facilitating the introduction of both amine and aldehyde functionalities into target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-5-Formylbenzonitrile
CAS No.	22782-40-7
Molecular Formula	C8H6N2O
Molecular Weight	146.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Cyano-2-aminobenzaldehyde; 2-Amino-5-cyanobenzaldehyde; 5-Formyl-2-aminobenzonitrile; 2-Amino-5-formylbenzonitrile; 2-Amino-5-cyanobenzaldehyde; Benzonitrile, 2-amino-5-formyl-; 5-Cyanoanthranilaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-5-Formylbenzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. 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 light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storage under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

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	≤ 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.