Description

2-((4-[(2,4-Dichlorobenzyl)Oxy]Phenyl)Methylene)Malononitrile is a high-purity, functionalized organic compound characterized by its malononitrile core and dichlorobenzyloxy phenyl substituent, which imparts specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and organic electronics sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific receptor sites.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generations of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive scaffold.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a building block for non-linear optical (NLO) materials, organic semiconductors, and dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) owing to its electron-accepting malononitrile group.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a Michael acceptor or a dipolarophile in cycloaddition reactions for constructing heterocyclic compounds.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the dichlorophenyl group enhances lightfastness and stability.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical spaces in medicinal and materials chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-((4-[(2,4-Dichlorobenzyl)Oxy]Phenyl)Methylene)Malononitrile
CAS No.	301193-90-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₀Cl₂N₂O
Molecular Weight	329.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-{[(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)methoxy]phenyl})methylene]propanedinitrile; (4-{[(2,4-Dichlorobenzyl)oxy]benzylidene})malononitrile; 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl 4-(dicyanomethylene)phenyl ether; Propanedinitrile, 2-[[4-[[(2,4-dichlorophenyl)methoxy]phenyl]methylene]-; DCMN derivative; Light-sensitive malononitrile derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-((4-[(2,4-Dichlorobenzyl)Oxy]Phenyl)Methylene)Malononitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.