Description

2,2'-(Perchloro-1,2-Phenylene)Diacetonitrile is a specialized chlorinated aromatic dinitrile compound, serving as a high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique perchlorinated phenylene core makes it a critical precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in materials science and pharmaceutical research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists working in agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and high-performance polymer sectors who require precise, high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those with complex polycyclic or halogenated structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the chlorinated aromatic system provides stability and bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized chelating ligands and organometallic catalysts used in cross-coupling reactions.
• Advanced Material Research: Building block for creating specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its rigid, planar, and electron-deficient core.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Intermediate in the production of high-performance, light-fast pigments and dyes.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including studies on cyanation and halogenation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2'-(Perchloro-1,2-Phenylene)Diacetonitrile
CAS No.	60069-96-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₂Cl₄N₂
Molecular Weight	291.95 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,4,5-Tetrachloro-3,6-bis(cyanomethyl)benzene; 3,6-Bis(chloromethyl)-1,2,4,5-tetrachlorobenzene dinitrile derivative; Perchloro-1,2-phenylenediacetonitrile; Tetrachlorobenzene-1,2-diacetonitrile; NSC 163082; 1,2,4,5-Tetrachloro-3,6-di(cyanomethyl)benzene; α,α'-(Perchloro-o-phenylene)diacetonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,2'-(Perchloro-1,2-Phenylene)Diacetonitrile is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements for research and process chemistry. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including purity assay and impurity profile by HPLC, is supplied with each shipment. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for advanced intermediates, ensuring traceability, consistency, and reliability for your critical synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. Store away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of heat.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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