Description

3-Bromo-4-(Bromomethyl)Benzonitrile is a versatile and highly functionalized aromatic compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its dual bromine substitution pattern offers distinct reactivity for selective cross-coupling and substitution reactions, making it invaluable for constructing complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its benzonitrile core.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for creating specialized aromatic cores used in electronic display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce bromine functional groups into polymer chains for flame retardancy or further chemical modification.
• Organic Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of complex ligands for catalysis and material science applications.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-4-(Bromomethyl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	89892-39-7
Molecular Formula	C8H5Br2N
Molecular Weight	274.94 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Bromomethyl)-3-bromobenzonitrile; 3-Bromo-4-bromomethylbenzonitrile; 2-Bromo-α-bromo-p-tolunitrile; Benzonitrile, 3-bromo-4-(bromomethyl)-; p-Cyanobenzyl bromide, 3-bromo-; EINECS 401-960-7
EINECS	401-960-7

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-4-(Bromomethyl)Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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