Description

2-(3-Bromo-4-Chlorophenyl)Acetonitrile is a versatile halogenated aromatic nitrile building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromo and chloro substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to introduce functionalized phenylacetonitrile motifs into target structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the halogen atoms can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Material Science: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands for catalysis or as a monomer for advanced polymeric materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and constructing novel heterocyclic compounds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Bromo-4-Chlorophenyl)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	249647-28-7
Molecular Formula	C8H5BrClN
Molecular Weight	230.49 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Bromo-4-chlorophenyl)acetonitrile; 2-(3-Bromo-4-chlorophenyl)ethanenitrile; 3-Bromo-4-chlorobenzyl cyanide; α-Cyano-3-bromo-4-chlorotoluene; 249647-28-7; (3-Br-4-Cl-Ph)CH2CN
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(3-Bromo-4-Chlorophenyl)Acetonitrile is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

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