Description

5-Bromonaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic nitrile building block. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries seeking to introduce bromo and cyano functionalities into naphthalene-based systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules with naphthalene cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogen and nitrile groups for bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials and host molecules in optoelectronic devices.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Polymer and Material Science: Incorporated into monomers for high-performance polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and constructing complex organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromonaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	556107-64-3
Molecular Formula	C11H6BrN
Molecular Weight	232.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-5-bromonaphthalene; 5-Bromo-2-naphthonitrile; 5-Bromonaphthalene-2-carbonitrile; 2-Bromo-6-cyanonaphthalene; Naphthalene-2-carbonitrile, 5-bromo-; 5-Br-2-NapCN
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromonaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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