Description

Methyl 3-Chloro-4-Cyanobenzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional organic intermediate with significant synthetic utility. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced material industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those containing substituted benzoate and benzonitrile moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the chloro-cyano-benzoate structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties like solubility, thermal stability, or reactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and cyano-group transformations for academic and industrial research.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the manufacture of complex dyes and organic pigments, leveraging its aromatic structure and reactive sites.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Chloro-4-Cyanobenzoate
CAS No.	214759-66-7
Molecular Formula	C9H6ClNO2
Molecular Weight	195.60 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-4-cyanobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-chloro-4-cyanobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-4-cyano-, methyl ester; 4-Cyano-3-chlorobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-cyano-3-chlorobenzoate; 3-Chloro-4-(methoxycarbonyl)benzonitrile; Methyl ester of 3-chloro-4-cyanobenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Chloro-4-Cyanobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong alkalis and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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