Description

2-Iodo-4-Nitro-Benzonitrile is a halogenated aromatic nitrile compound that serves as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both an electron-withdrawing nitro group and a reactive iodine substituent, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry, material science, and the synthesis of functional dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialized polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of complex ligands for transition metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized nitro- and iodo-substituted dyes and colorants.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) due to the presence of the iodine atom.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Iodo-4-Nitro-Benzonitrile
CAS No.	300627-43-4
Molecular Formula	C7H3IN2O2
Molecular Weight	273.02 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-2-iodobenzonitrile; 2-Iodo-4-nitrobenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 2-iodo-4-nitro-; 2-Iodo-4-nitro-benzonitrile; 4-Nitro-2-iodobenzonitrile; 300627-43-4 (CAS); 2-I-4-NO2-BnCN
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Iodo-4-Nitro-Benzonitrile is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying purity (typically ≥95% by HPLC), identity confirmation, and impurity profile is supplied with each shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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