Description

2-(2-Chlorophenyl)Ethylisocyanide is a specialized organic building block featuring an isocyanide functional group ortho-substituted with a chlorophenyl moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds and complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is essential for chemists and R&D teams in fine chemical synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and material science who require high-purity, reactive intermediates for constructing novel molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of bioactive molecules, heterocycles, and potential drug candidates, particularly those requiring the isocyanide functional group for multicomponent reactions.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the chlorophenyl-isocyanide scaffold imparts specific biological activity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or building block for the development of advanced polymers and functional materials with tailored properties.
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis, enabling novel synthetic transformations.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for method development and exploring new chemical spaces in organic synthesis laboratories worldwide.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Chlorophenyl)Ethylisocyanide
CAS No.	730964-67-7
Molecular Formula	C9H8ClN
Molecular Weight	165.62 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-2-(2-isocyanoethyl)benzene; 2-(2-Chlorophenyl)ethyl isocyanide; 2-Chlorophenethyl isocyanide; (2-Chlorophenyl)ethyl isonitrile; 2-(2-Chlorophenyl)ethanisonitrile; 2-Chlorophenethyl isonitrile; Isocyano(2-chlorophenethyl); 730964-67-7
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(2-Chlorophenyl)Ethylisocyanide is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile and light-sensitive nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from heat sources and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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