Description

2-(4-Amino-3-Nitrophenyl)Acetonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile building block characterized by its distinct amino and nitro functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of complex heterocyclic systems and advanced functional materials. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds with potential biological activity, including quinoxalines, benzimidazoles, and other nitrogen-containing scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive nitrile and aromatic amine functionalities.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a key intermediate for the production of azo dyes and other complex colorants, where the amino group is essential for diazotization and coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and photoactive materials due to its electron-donating (amino) and electron-withdrawing (nitro) groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block for organic synthesis, particularly in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic substitution reactions to create diverse chemical libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Amino-3-Nitrophenyl)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	79545-11-2
Molecular Formula	C8H7N3O2
Molecular Weight	177.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amino-3-nitrobenzyl cyanide; (4-Amino-3-nitrophenyl)acetonitrile; 2-(4-Amino-3-nitrophenyl)ethanenitrile; 3-Nitro-4-aminobenzyl cyanide; 2-(4-Amino-3-nitrophenyl)-acetonitrile; α-(4-Amino-3-nitrophenyl)acetonitrile; Benzeneacetonitrile, 4-amino-3-nitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Amino-3-Nitrophenyl)Acetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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