Description

2-Bromo-3-Methylphenylacetonitrile is a versatile brominated aromatic nitrile building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a reactive cyano group and a bromine substituent on a methylated phenyl ring, makes it a critical precursor for constructing complex heterocycles and functionalized intermediates. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for constructing fused ring systems and molecules with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogen and nitrile functionality.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers where bromo and cyano groups impart specific properties.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis houses serving the fine chemical and life science sectors.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3-Methylphenylacetonitrile
CAS No.	248920-09-4
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrN
Molecular Weight	210.07 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Bromo-3-methylphenyl)acetonitrile; 2-Bromo-3-methylbenzyl cyanide; α-(2-Bromo-3-methylphenyl)acetonitrile; 2-Bromo-m-tolylacetonitrile; 248920-09-4; (2-Bromo-3-methylphenyl)ethanenitrile; Benzeneacetonitrile, 2-bromo-3-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Bromo-3-Methylphenylacetonitrile adheres to stringent in-process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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