Description

2-Chloro-N-(2-cyanophenyl)acetamide is a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the production of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries requiring precise and reliable synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and specialized dyes will find this product essential for their research and development processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds and potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for creating specialized azo dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in constructing complex amide and cyano-substituted aromatic systems.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the development of advanced polymers and liquid crystal materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-N-(2-cyanophenyl)acetamide
CAS No.	71993-21-0
Molecular Formula	C9H7ClN2O
Molecular Weight	194.62 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-N-(2-cyanophenyl)acetamide; N-(2-Cyanophenyl)-2-chloroacetamide; 2-Chloroacet-2'-cyanocanilide; Acetamide, 2-chloro-N-(2-cyanophenyl)-; 2-Chloro-2'-cyanoacetanilide; 2'-Cyano-2-chloroacetanilide; (2-Cyanophenyl)carbamoylmethyl chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-N-(2-cyanophenyl)acetamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and 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	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.