Description

2-Chloro-4-Methyl-5-Nitro-Benzonitrile is a versatile and high-value aromatic nitrile building block, distinguished by its unique substitution pattern. This compound is critical for the synthesis of complex molecules, offering a reactive handle for further functionalization via the nitrile and nitro groups. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for heterocyclic compounds and molecules with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the research of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments due to its nitro and cyano substituents.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in constructing complex aromatic systems via cross-coupling and substitution reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-4-Methyl-5-Nitro-Benzonitrile
CAS No.	200265-68-5
Molecular Formula	C8H5ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	196.59 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-chloro-4-methylbenzonitrile; 2-Chloro-4-methyl-5-nitrobenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 2-chloro-4-methyl-5-nitro-; 4-Methyl-5-nitro-2-chlorobenzonitrile; 2-Chloro-4-methyl-5-nitro-benzonitrile; 5-Nitro-2-chloro-p-tolunitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-4-Methyl-5-Nitro-Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for demanding R&D and scale-up applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

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	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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