Description

2-Nitroisophthalonitrile is a high-purity aromatic nitrile derivative characterized by its nitro-substituted benzene ring. This compound serves as a versatile and critical chemical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in heterocyclic chemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for high-performance organic dyes and pigments.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of complex ligands for catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Research & Development: Essential compound in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Nitroisophthalonitrile
CAS No.	51762-72-2
Molecular Formula	C8H3N3O2
Molecular Weight	173.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dicyano-2-nitrobenzene; Isophthalonitrile, 2-nitro-; 2-Nitrobenzene-1,3-dicarbonitrile; 2-Nitro-1,3-benzenedicarbonitrile; 2-Nitro-m-phthalonitrile; NSC 163081; 2-Nitroisophthalodinitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Nitroisophthalonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for our B2B partners.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to beige crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.