Description

4-(3-Bromopropoxy)Benzonitrile is a versatile organic building block featuring both a bromoalkoxy linker and a benzonitrile moiety. This bifunctional structure makes it a critical intermediate for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. It is essential for chemists and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and liquid crystal industries who require high-purity intermediates for coupling reactions and molecular scaffold construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring aryl ether linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides and fungicides where the benzonitrile group is a common pharmacophore.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for mesogenic compounds in display technologies due to its rigid-rod-like structure.
• Organic Ligand Preparation: Utilized for creating specialized ligands in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-performance polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3-Bromopropoxy)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	37136-86-0
Molecular Formula	C10H10BrNO
Molecular Weight	240.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(3-Bromopropoxy)benzonitrile; 3-(4-Cyanophenoxy)propyl bromide; 1-Bromo-3-(4-cyanophenoxy)propane; p-Cyanophenyl 3-bromopropyl ether; Benzonitrile, 4-(3-bromopropoxy)-; 4-(3-Bromopropoxy)phenyl cyanide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(3-Bromopropoxy)Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry standards for fine chemical intermediates.

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 and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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	≤ 10 ppm

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