Description

5-Chloro-2-Methylbenzonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both chloro and methyl substituents on the benzonitrile core, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing 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 scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the chloromethylbenzonitrile moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing complex dyes and organic pigments.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, cyanation processes, and as a starting material for heterocyclic compound synthesis in research and development.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-Methylbenzonitrile
CAS No.	50712-70-4
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClN
Molecular Weight	151.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-5-chlorobenzonitrile; 5-Chloro-o-tolunitrile; 2-Cyano-4-chlorotoluene; 4-Chloro-2-methylbenzonitrile; 5-Chloro-2-methylbenzenecarbonitrile; Benzonitrile, 5-chloro-2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-5-chlorobenzene nitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2-Methylbenzonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance protocols and regulatory compliance needs.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%

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