Description

3,4-Dichlorophenylacetonitrile is a versatile halogenated aromatic nitrile building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive benzylic nitrile group and substituted phenyl ring, which serve as key precursors for the construction of complex molecules. This intermediate is primarily needed by the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries for the development of active ingredients, as well as by research institutions and fine chemical manufacturers.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the dichloro-substituted aromatic structure for bioactivity.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for constructing heterocyclic compounds and other complex molecular frameworks.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its rigid aromatic core and functional group.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile intermediate for producing dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals requiring specific halogenated aromatic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dichlorophenylacetonitrile
CAS No.	3218-49-3
Molecular Formula	C8H5Cl2N
Molecular Weight	186.04 g/mol
Synonyms	(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)acetonitrile; 2-(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)acetonitrile; 3,4-Dichlorobenzeneacetonitrile; (3,4-Dichlorobenzyl) cyanide; α-Cyano-3,4-dichlorotoluene; 3,4-DCPA; 3,4-Dichloro-α-tolunitrile
EINECS	221-746-7

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dichlorophenylacetonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our industrial and research partners. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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	65 - 68 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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