Description

3,3-Dichloroacrylonitrile is a versatile halogenated nitrile building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive dichloroalkene functionality, which enables its use as a key intermediate in the production of agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and specialty polymers. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the fine chemical, crop protection, and material science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for heterocycle formation.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in medicinal chemistry research for the construction of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives with enhanced properties.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in organic laboratories for cycloaddition reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and as a dienophile in Diels-Alder chemistry.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of novel ligands and organometallic complexes for catalytic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Dichloroacrylonitrile
CAS No.	7436-85-3
Molecular Formula	C3H3Cl2N
Molecular Weight	139.97 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dichloroacrylonitrile; (E)-2,3-Dichloroacrylonitrile; 3,3-Dichloro-2-propenenitrile; NSC 163045; Acrylonitrile, 3,3-dichloro-; 2-Propenenitrile, 3,3-dichloro-
EINECS	231-100-4

Quality Control

Our 3,3-Dichloroacrylonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurities is provided with each shipment.

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 acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed and stored separately from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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