Description

4-Nitroisophthalonitrile is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a nitrile-functionalized aromatic ring with a nitro substituent. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic systems and advanced functional materials. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with specific aromatic and heterocyclic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive nitrile and nitro groups.
• Functional Material Development: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-performance polymers, dyes, and pigments.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures and exploring new chemical reactions.
• Ligand and Chelator Precursor: Used to synthesize specialized ligands for catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Nitroisophthalonitrile
CAS No.	52054-41-8
Molecular Formula	C8H3N3O2
Molecular Weight	173.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dicyano-5-nitrobenzene; 5-Nitroisophthalonitrile; 4-Nitrobenzene-1,3-dicarbonitrile; Isophthalonitrile, 4-nitro-; 5-Nitro-1,3-benzenedicarbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Nitroisophthalonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to beige 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.