Description

2-[(4-Chlorophenyl)Thio]-5-Nitrobenzonitrile is a specialized organic compound featuring a nitrile group, a nitro substituent, and a chlorophenylthio moiety, making it a valuable synthetic intermediate. This compound is significant for its role in the development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its unique structure enables key chemical transformations. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Key pharmaceutical intermediate in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Versatile building block for organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research.
• Precursor in the development of agrochemicals, such as herbicides and pesticides.
• Intermediate for the production of dyes, pigments, and functional materials.
• Used in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Starting material for synthesizing liquid crystal compounds and other advanced electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(4-Chlorophenyl)Thio]-5-Nitrobenzonitrile
CAS No.	78940-73-5
Molecular Formula	C13H7ClN2O2S
Molecular Weight	290.72 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-[(4-chlorophenyl)thio]benzonitrile; 2-[(4-Chlorophenyl)sulfanyl]-5-nitrobenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 2-[(4-chlorophenyl)thio]-5-nitro-; 2-(4-Chlorophenylthio)-5-nitrobenzonitrile; 2-(p-Chlorophenylthio)-5-nitrobenzonitrile; 78940-73-5; 2-(4-Chlorophenylsulfanyl)-5-nitrobenzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-[(4-Chlorophenyl)Thio]-5-Nitrobenzonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and cGMP manufacturing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in a dark place.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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