Description

2-Chloro-3-Phenylpropenenitrile is a versatile organic intermediate featuring a reactive nitrile group and a chloro-substituted alkene moiety attached to a phenyl ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists for constructing heterocyclic compounds and fine chemical APIs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing pyridine, pyrimidine, or other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its reactive sites allow for the introduction of specific functional groups.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for the development of electron-transport materials and emissive layer components in display technologies.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating advanced polymers with specific optical or mechanical properties.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments due to its ability to form conjugated systems.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for exploring new organic reactions, such as cycloadditions and nucleophilic substitution reactions, in chemical research.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Chloro-3-Phenylpropenenitrile
CAS No.	62979-66-2
Molecular Formula	C9H6ClN
Molecular Weight	163.60 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-3-phenylacrylonitrile; (E)-2-Chloro-3-phenylacrylonitrile; (Z)-2-Chloro-3-phenylacrylonitrile; 2-Chloro-3-phenyl-2-propenenitrile; 3-Phenyl-2-chloroacrylonitrile; α-Chloro-β-phenylacrylonitrile; β-Chloroacrylonitrile, 3-phenyl-; 2-Chlorocin-namonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-3-Phenylpropenenitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for fine chemical synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, impurities, and physical parameters is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

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.