Description

6-Bromo-1,3-Benzodioxole-5-Carbonitrile is a versatile and high-value brominated aromatic nitrile building block used in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a bromine substituent and a nitrile group on a benzodioxole scaffold, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic materials, such as polymers and liquid crystals, with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and enzyme mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-1,3-Benzodioxole-5-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	6120-26-9
Molecular Formula	C8H4BrNO2
Molecular Weight	226.03 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-1,3-benzodioxole-4-carbonitrile; 4-Bromo-2,3-(methylenedioxy)benzonitrile; 6-Bromopiperonyl nitrile; 5-Bromopiperonyl nitrile; 6-Bromo-1,3-benzodioxole-5-carbonitrile; 5-Cyano-6-bromo-1,3-benzodioxole; 6-Bromopiperonylonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromo-1,3-Benzodioxole-5-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination, to meet the stringent requirements of research and process development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project needs.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.