Description

2-Amino-4-Cyanobenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multifunctional aromatic compound serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both amino and cyano substituents on a benzoic acid core, makes it an exceptionally versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This product is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for producing advanced organic dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent for creating specialty polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of complex ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic systems.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-4-Cyanobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	64630-00-8
Molecular Formula	C8H6N2O2
Molecular Weight	162.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyanoanthranilic Acid; 2-Amino-4-cyanobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-amino-4-cyano-; 4-Cyano-2-aminobenzoic acid; 2-Amino-4-cyanobenzoic acid; 2-Amino-4-cyanobenzoic acid (9CI); 4-Cyanoanthranilic acid; 2-Amino-4-cyanobenzoic acid (ACD/Name 4.0)
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-4-Cyanobenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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