Description

2-(6-Bromonaphthalen-2-Yl)Acetonitrile is a versatile brominated naphthalene derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of the bromine and nitrile functional groups, enabling efficient cross-coupling reactions and further functional group transformations. This high-purity building block is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries developing novel active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Core structure for creating naphthalene-based derivatives used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or modifier for producing specialty polymers with tailored thermal, optical, or mechanical properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Essential substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions to construct complex biaryl systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: Valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(6-Bromonaphthalen-2-Yl)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	305798-03-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₈BrN
Molecular Weight	246.10 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromo-2-naphthaleneacetonitrile; (6-Bromonaphthalen-2-yl)acetonitrile; 2-(6-Bromonaphth-2-yl)acetonitrile; 2-(6-Bromo-2-naphthyl)acetonitrile; 6-Bromo-2-naphthylacetonitrile; 2-(6-Bromonaphthalen-2-yl)ethanenitrile; 305798-03-2 (CAS)
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Quality Control

Our 2-(6-Bromonaphthalen-2-Yl)Acetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to confirm identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Any single unknown impurity	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH Q3C guidelines
Melting Point	Contact for details

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