Description

Benzonitrile, 4-Bromo-2-Nitro- CAS NO 79603-03-5 is a high-purity, halogenated aromatic nitrile derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromo and nitro substituents, makes it an indispensable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the bromo and nitro groups enable further functionalization to create potent active ingredients.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers due to its electron-withdrawing character and potential for further derivatization.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a precursor in the manufacture of complex azo dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable substrate for custom chemical synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production needs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzonitrile, 4-Bromo-2-Nitro-
CAS No.	79603-03-5
Molecular Formula	C7H3BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	227.02 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2-nitrobenzonitrile; 2-Nitro-4-bromobenzonitrile; 4-Bromo-2-nitrobenzene carbonitrile; Benzonitrile, 4-bromo-2-nitro-; 4-Bromo-2-nitrobenzenecarbonitrile; 2-Nitro-4-cyanobromobenzene; (4-Bromo-2-nitrophenyl) cyanide
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Quality Control

Every batch of Benzonitrile, 4-Bromo-2-Nitro- is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, detailing the specific results for your batch. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and development as well as scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	118 - 122 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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