Description

2-Bromobenzoyl Cyanide is a versatile and high-purity organic building block, essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for its reactive benzoyl and nitrile functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those containing brominated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing labeled compounds and molecular probes for biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis: A fundamental reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs performing bespoke organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromobenzoyl Cyanide
CAS No.	88562-26-9
Molecular Formula	C8H4BrNO
Molecular Weight	210.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromobenzoyl cyanide; o-Bromobenzoyl cyanide; (2-Bromophenyl)(oxo)acetonitrile; 2-Bromo-α-oxobenzeneacetonitrile; Benzoyl cyanide, 2-bromo-; α-Oxo-2-bromobenzeneacetonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromobenzoyl Cyanide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

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

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