Description

1,4-Cyanomethyl-2,5-Dibromobenzene is a high-purity brominated aromatic nitrile building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a reactive cyano group and bromine substituents, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with specific modes of action.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a building block for creating sophisticated ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers with tailored electronic or optical properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atoms are excellent handles for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to build complex biaryl systems.
• Functional Dye Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Cyanomethyl-2,5-Dibromobenzene
CAS No.	56403-44-2
Molecular Formula	C9H5Br2N
Molecular Weight	294.95 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dibromo-1,4-bis(cyanomethyl)benzene (common misnomer); 2,5-Dibromo-α,α'-dicyano-p-xylene; 1,4-Bis(bromomethyl)-2,5-dicyanobenzene (isomer); p-Xylene-α,α'-dinitrile, 2,5-dibromo-; Benzene, 1,4-bis(cyanomethyl)-2,5-dibromo-; 2,5-Dibromo-1,4-di(cyanomethyl)benzene; Dibromodicyanomethylbenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Cyanomethyl-2,5-Dibromobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and process chemistry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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