Description

3-Trichloromethylbenzonitrile is a versatile halogenated aromatic nitrile compound, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactive trichloromethyl and cyano functional groups, which enable a wide range of chemical transformations for building complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and as a precursor for carboxylic acid derivatives.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Serves as an intermediate in the production of complex colorants and photographic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Trichloromethylbenzonitrile
CAS No.	27020-96-8
Molecular Formula	C8H4Cl3N
Molecular Weight	220.48 g/mol
Synonyms	m-(Trichloromethyl)benzonitrile; 3-(Trichloromethyl)benzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 3-(trichloromethyl)-; α,α,α-Trichloro-m-toluonitrile; m-Cyanobenzotrichloride; 3-Cyanobenzotrichloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Trichloromethylbenzonitrile adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Contact for details

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