Description

3,4-Dichlorobutyronitrile is a versatile halogenated nitrile intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both nitrile and dichloroalkyl groups, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing chlorinated alkyl chains or cyano groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the dichloro moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-performance resins and polymers with specific chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in nucleophilic substitution and cyano-group transformation reactions to create complex organic molecules for research and development.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful in the preparation of specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dichlorobutyronitrile
CAS No.	34362-21-5
Molecular Formula	C₄H₅Cl₂N
Molecular Weight	138.00 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyronitrile, 3,4-dichloro-; 3,4-Dichlorobutanenitrile; 1-Chloro-2-(chloromethyl)ethyl cyanide; γ,δ-Dichlorobutyronitrile; NSC 5235
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Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dichlorobutyronitrile is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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