Description

(2-Bromo-4-Methylphenoxy)Acetonitrile is a versatile brominated aromatic nitrile intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the reactive bromine and nitrile functional groups, which allow for selective transformations to build complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted phenoxyacetonitrile scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags due to its reactive handles for bioconjugation.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Bromo-4-Methylphenoxy)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	60758-92-1
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrNO
Molecular Weight	226.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Bromo-4-methylphenoxy)acetonitrile; 4-Methyl-2-bromophenoxyacetonitrile; Acetonitrile, (2-bromo-4-methylphenoxy)-; (2-Bromo-p-tolyloxy)acetonitrile; 2-Bromo-4-methylphenoxyacetonitrile; α-Cyano-2-bromo-4-methylphenyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Bromo-4-Methylphenoxy)Acetonitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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