Description

2-Cyanobenzoyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive aromatic acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functional groups—the acid chloride and the cyano group—which enable efficient, sequential derivatization to construct complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), advanced intermediates, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of benzamide-based drugs, kinase inhibitors, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to prepare specialized ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or modifier for producing high-performance polymers, polyamides, and specialty resins.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of complex organic dyes and pigments.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new reaction pathways and synthesizing novel heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyanobenzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	27611-63-8
Molecular Formula	C8H4ClNO
Molecular Weight	165.58 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyanobenzoyl chloride; o-Cyanobenzoyl chloride; 2-Cyanobenzoic acid chloride; Benzoic acid, 2-cyano-, chloride; (2-Cyanophenyl)carbonyl chloride; 2-Carboxybenzonitrile chloride; o-Cyanobenzoic acid chloride; 27611-63-8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Cyanobenzoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for fine chemical and pharmaceutical-grade intermediates. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

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) and reacts with water and strong bases. Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as alcohols, amines, and strong oxidizers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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