Description

7-Chloroheptanonitrile is a versatile bifunctional organic intermediate featuring both a reactive nitrile group and a chloroalkyl chain. This compound matters for its utility as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. Industries that require fine chemical synthesis, such as pharmaceutical development, agrochemical manufacturing, and advanced material science, are the primary users of this high-purity intermediate.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring a seven-carbon chain with terminal functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the chloro and nitrile functionalities are incorporated into the final molecule.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organic synthesis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of monomers and specialty polymers, contributing to material properties through its reactive end groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing heterocycles and other complex organic frameworks.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of dyes, flavors, and fragrances that require specific alkyl chain lengths.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Chloroheptanonitrile
CAS No.	22819-91-6
Molecular Formula	C7H12ClN
Molecular Weight	145.63 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Chloroheptanenitrile; 6-Cyanohexyl chloride; 1-Chloro-6-cyanohexane; Heptanonitrile, 7-chloro-; 7-Chloro-1-cyanohexane; ω-Chloroheptanonitrile
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Quality Control

Our 7-Chloroheptanonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods, to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, ensure proper segregation from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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