Description

3-Nitrobenzonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of both the electron-withdrawing nitro and cyano functional groups on the benzene ring, enabling precise electrophilic substitution and functional group transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to construct complex molecules for active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing aniline or benzamide moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the nitrobenzonitrile structure is a precursor to more complex heterocycles.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for azo dyes and other colorants, leveraging the nitro group for chromophore development.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for studying nitration reactions, nucleophilic aromatic substitution (SNAr), and cyano group chemistry in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Ligand and Complex Preparation: Utilized in coordination chemistry for the preparation of specialized ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be incorporated as a monomer or modifier to introduce specific functional groups into polymer backbones, enhancing material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Nitrobenzonitrile
CAS No.	619-24-9
Molecular Formula	C7H4N2O2
Molecular Weight	148.12 g/mol
Synonyms	m-Nitrobenzonitrile; 3-Cyanonitrobenzene; Benzonitrile, 3-nitro-; m-Nitrobenzyl cyanide (archaic); 1-Cyano-3-nitrobenzene; NSC 406106; USAF EK-3940; Nitrobenzonitrile (meta isomer)
EINECS	210-586-6

Quality Control

Our 3-Nitrobenzonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and melting point determination, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical parameters. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to guarantee supply consistency and traceability for our global B2B clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	114 - 118 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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