Description

2,4-Dichlorobenzonitrile is a versatile halogenated aromatic nitrile intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functional groups, which make it a key building block for constructing more complex molecules in advanced manufacturing. This compound is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and industrial producers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors for the development of active ingredients and other specialty chemicals.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with halogenated aromatic structures.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of high-performance polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and cyanation processes in advanced organic chemistry.
• Chemical Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for method development and exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dichlorobenzonitrile
CAS No.	6574-98-7
Molecular Formula	C7H3Cl2N
Molecular Weight	172.01 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dichlorobenzene carbonitrile; 2,4-Dichlorobenzonitrile; 2,4-Dichlorophenyl cyanide; Benzonitrile, 2,4-dichloro-; NSC 404083; 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl nitrile (common misnomer); 2,4-DCBN
EINECS	229-497-7

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dichlorobenzonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, protect from moisture. Keep away from strong oxidizers, bases, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	139 - 143 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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