Description

cis-Cyclobutane-1,2-Dicarbonitrile is a high-value, strained-ring dinitrile building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is prized for its unique structural geometry, which imparts significant reactivity and serves as a key precursor for complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for applications including ligand synthesis, polymer modification, and the development of novel heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A versatile synthon for constructing strained-ring systems present in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides and pesticides with specific steric properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chelating ligands in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer for producing specialty polymers with enhanced thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a building block for electron-accepting units in organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying cycloaddition reactions and ring-strain chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-Cyclobutane-1,2-Dicarbonitrile
CAS No.	3211-19-6
Molecular Formula	C6H6N2
Molecular Weight	106.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-cis-Dicyanocyclobutane; cis-1,2-Cyclobutanedicarbonitrile; (1R,2S)-rel-1,2-Cyclobutanedicarbonitrile; Cyclobutane-1,2-dicarbonitrile, cis-; 1,2-Dicyanocyclobutane (cis); NSC 163022; (1S,2R)-1,2-Cyclobutanedicarbonitrile
EINECS	221-736-5

Quality Control

Our cis-Cyclobutane-1,2-Dicarbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and relevant research-grade standards.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.