Description

2,6-Dichlorobenzyl Acetonitrile is a versatile halogenated aromatic nitrile intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional molecular structure, which serves as a key building block for constructing complex molecules in high-value sectors. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with benzyl or aryl-acetonitrile motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the dichloro-substituted aromatic ring for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Functional Material Research: Employed in the development of liquid crystals, organic semiconductors, and polymers requiring specific halogenated aromatic units.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A valuable reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical companies engaged in custom synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dichlorobenzyl Acetonitrile
CAS No.	3215-64-3
Molecular Formula	C9H7Cl2N
Molecular Weight	200.07 g/mol
Synonyms	(2,6-Dichlorophenyl)acetonitrile; 2,6-Dichlorobenzeneacetonitrile; (2,6-Dichlorobenzyl)cyanide; α-Cyano-2,6-dichlorotoluene; 2,6-Dichloro-α-tolunitrile; Benzeneacetonitrile, 2,6-dichloro-
EINECS	221-741-6

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dichlorobenzyl Acetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance 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 strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, 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%
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.