Description

2,6-Dichloro-α-(4-Chlorophenyl)Benzeneacetonitrile is a versatile halogenated aromatic nitrile intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring multiple chlorine substituents, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a core building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic system.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its rigid, multi-substituted aromatic core.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new coupling reactions, cyano-group transformations, and heterocyclic chemistry in academic and industrial R&D labs.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Potential starting material for synthesizing specialized halogenated dyes and pigments with enhanced lightfastness and chemical stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dichloro-α-(4-Chlorophenyl)Benzeneacetonitrile
CAS No.	85823-22-9
Molecular Formula	C14H8Cl3N
Molecular Weight	296.57 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dichloro-α-(4-chlorophenyl)benzeneacetonitrile; α-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2,6-dichlorobenzeneacetonitrile; 2,6-Dichloro-α-(p-chlorophenyl)phenylacetonitrile; (4-Chlorophenyl)(2,6-dichlorophenyl)acetonitrile; p-Chlorophenyl-2,6-dichlorophenylacetonitrile; NSC 403114; Benzeneacetonitrile, 2,6-dichloro-α-(4-chlorophenyl)-
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Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dichloro-α-(4-Chlorophenyl)Benzeneacetonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay (HPLC), impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for regulated synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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