Description

2-Aminoisophthalonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative featuring an amino functional group, serving as a critical high-purity building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure makes it a valuable precursor for the development of complex heterocyclic compounds, pharmaceuticals, and functional materials. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create novel active ingredients and advanced polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with fused heterocyclic ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific aromatic nitrile backbones.
• Functional Material Development: Used in the research and production of organic electronic materials, including organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Intermediate for creating specialized phthalocyanine dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymer chains to impart specific thermal, mechanical, or electronic properties to advanced engineering plastics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Aminoisophthalonitrile
CAS No.	63069-52-3
Molecular Formula	C8H5N3
Molecular Weight	143.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-1,3-dicyanobenzene; 1,3-Dicyano-2-aminobenzene; 2-Aminobenzene-1,3-dicarbonitrile; Isophthalonitrile, 2-amino-; 2-Amino-1,3-benzenedicarbonitrile; 2-Aminophthalonitrile (common misnomer); 2-Amino-m-phthalodinitrile
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Quality Control

Our 2-Aminoisophthalonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. For customers with specific regulatory needs, we can support documentation for cGMP, ISO, or other relevant quality standards upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to beige crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	205 - 210 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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