Description

2-Amino-4-Ethyl-5-Methylbenzene-1,3-Dicarbonitrile is a high-purity, versatile aromatic amine derivative with a dicyano substitution pattern, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure makes it a valuable precursor for the development of complex heterocyclic compounds, dyes, and functional materials. This compound is essential for research and industrial applications in pharmaceutical intermediates, agrochemicals, and specialty chemical manufacturing, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for heterocyclic compounds with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its amino and cyano functional groups.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a crucial intermediate for producing high-performance organic dyes, pigments, and colorants.
• Polymer and Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular frameworks, including ligands for catalysis.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in methodological development and as a standard in analytical chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-4-Ethyl-5-Methylbenzene-1,3-Dicarbonitrile
CAS No.	55525-92-3
Molecular Formula	C12H11N3
Molecular Weight	197.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-4-ethyl-5-methyl-1,3-benzenedicarbonitrile; 3-Amino-5-ethyl-4-methylphthalonitrile; 4-Ethyl-5-methyl-1,3-benzenedicarbonitrile, 2-amino-; 5-Ethyl-4-methyl-3-phthalonitrileamine; 2-Amino-4-ethyl-5-methylisophthalonitrile; 2-Cyano-4-ethyl-5-methyl-6-aminobenzonitrile; 3-Amino-4-cyano-5-ethyl-6-methylbenzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-4-Ethyl-5-Methylbenzene-1,3-Dicarbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown 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.