Description

Benzothiophene-2-Carbonitrile CAS NO 55219-11-9 is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound featuring a benzothiophene core functionalized with a nitrile group at the 2-position. This structure makes it a valuable and reactive chemical building block and key intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients, as well as by material scientists exploring functional organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for constructing organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and nonlinear optical (NLO) materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: The nitrile group offers a versatile handle for further chemical transformations into amides, acids, and heterocycles, facilitating complex molecule construction.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the design of novel ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry applications.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized dyes and functional colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzothiophene-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	55219-11-9
Molecular Formula	C9H5NS
Molecular Weight	159.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyanobenzothiophene; 2-Benzothienylcarbonitrile; Benzothiophene-2-carbonitrile; 1-Benzothiophene-2-carbonitrile; 2-Benzothienyl nitrile; Benzo[b]thiophene-2-carbonitrile; 2-Cyano-1-benzothiophene; NSC 221986
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzothiophene-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber or opaque.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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