Description

2-Chloro-6-Formylbenzonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile and aldehyde derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a formyl and a nitrile group on a chlorinated benzene ring, makes it a highly valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing benzofuran, quinazoline, or other fused heterocyclic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Material Science & Functional Polymers: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating high-performance polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and as a starting material for synthesizing various heterocycles like imidazoles and oxazoles.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the production of specialized dyes and pigments due to its ability to form conjugated systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-6-Formylbenzonitrile
CAS No.	77532-86-6
Molecular Formula	C8H4ClNO
Molecular Weight	165.57 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-2-cyanobenzaldehyde; 2-Chloro-6-cyanobenzaldehyde; 2-Formyl-3-chlorobenzonitrile; 3-Chloro-2-formylbenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 2-chloro-6-formyl-; 2-Chloro-6-formylbenzonitrile; 77532-86-6; 6-Chloro-2-formylbenzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-6-Formylbenzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and commercial-scale synthesis.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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