Description

(Z)-2,3-Dichloro-2-Butenenitrile is a versatile halogenated nitrile intermediate with a defined stereochemistry. This compound is valued for its reactive dichloroalkene and nitrile functional groups, making it a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing heterocyclic or functionalized alkene motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its reactive sites allow for the introduction of chlorinated and cyano groups into target molecules.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, nucleophilic substitution, and cyclization reactions to create novel compounds for material science and chemical research.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Modification: Can be utilized to introduce functional groups into polymer backbones, altering material properties for specialty applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-2,3-Dichloro-2-Butenenitrile
CAS No.	28113-26-0
Molecular Formula	C4H3Cl2N
Molecular Weight	135.98 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-2,3-Dichloro-2-butenenitrile; (Z)-2,3-Dichlorobut-2-enenitrile; 2-Butenenitrile, 2,3-dichloro-, (2Z)-; trans-2,3-Dichloro-2-butenenitrile; 2,3-Dichlorocrotononitrile (mixed isomers); (Z)-2,3-Dichlorocrotononitrile
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-2,3-Dichloro-2-Butenenitrile is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and isomeric consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee reliable performance in your synthetic processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound is compatible with most organic solvents but should be kept under an inert atmosphere for extended periods to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (Z-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.