Description

2,5-Dibromobenzonitrile is a high-purity brominated aromatic nitrile compound, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality raw materials for their R&D and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing bromine-substituted aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the dibromobenzonitrile moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and semiconductors, due to its electron-withdrawing nitrile group.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2,5-Dibromobenzonitrile
CAS No.	57381-41-6
Molecular Formula	C7H3Br2N
Molecular Weight	260.91 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dibromobenzene carbonitrile; 2,5-Dibromophenyl cyanide; Benzonitrile, 2,5-dibromo-; 1,4-Dibromo-2-cyanobenzene; 2-Cyano-1,4-dibromobenzene; NSC 404088; AI3-52711
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Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dibromobenzonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use in regulated synthesis applications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	108 - 112 °C
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.