Description

2-Bromo-4-Methylbenzonitrile is a versatile halogenated aromatic nitrile building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a bromine substituent and a nitrile group on a methylbenzene ring, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzonitrile core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a building block for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring novel organic transformations and synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Methylbenzonitrile
CAS No.	42872-73-1
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrN
Molecular Weight	196.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-p-tolunitrile; 4-Methyl-2-bromobenzonitrile; 2-Bromo-4-methylbenzenecarbonitrile; 2-Bromo-4-methylphenyl cyanide; 2-Bromo-4-tolunitrile; 2-Bromo-4-methylbenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 2-bromo-4-methyl-; (2-Bromo-4-methylphenyl)carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-Methylbenzonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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