Description

4-(Bromomethyl)-2-Naphthonitrile is a versatile brominated naphthonitrile derivative, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactive bromomethyl group, which facilitates efficient functionalization and coupling reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystal materials, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in oncology and CNS research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for naphthalene-based cores in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into specialty polymers to modify thermal stability, refractive index, or mechanical properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as an electrophilic partner in Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Utilized for synthesizing complex chelating ligands and organometallic catalysts.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: A key starting material for producing high-performance naphthalene-based dyes and pigments.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in research laboratories for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Bromomethyl)-2-Naphthonitrile
CAS No.	79997-04-9
Molecular Formula	C12H8BrN
Molecular Weight	246.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-4-(bromomethyl)naphthalene; 4-Bromomethyl-2-naphthalenecarbonitrile; 2-Naphthonitrile, 4-(bromomethyl)-; 4-(Bromomethyl)naphthalene-2-carbonitrile; 79997-04-9; 4-Bromomethyl-2-cyanonaphthalene; 2-Cyano-4-bromomethylnaphthalene; 4-Bromomethyl-2-naphthonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(Bromomethyl)-2-Naphthonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure compliance with stringent industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

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

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