Description

5-Bromo-2-Methyl-3-Nitrobenzonitrile is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic nitrile building block. This compound is valued for its unique substitution pattern, which makes it a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those with bromo, nitro, and nitrile functionalities for targeted biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogen and nitro groups for structural diversification.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies, including cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic substitution transformations.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Provides a structural foundation for synthesizing specialized dyes and pigments due to its electron-withdrawing nitro and nitrile groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Methyl-3-Nitrobenzonitrile
CAS No.	898746-87-7
Molecular Formula	C9H5BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	253.05 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-5-bromo-2-methylbenzonitrile; 2-Methyl-3-nitro-5-bromobenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 5-bromo-2-methyl-3-nitro-; 5-Bromo-2-methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile; 898746-87-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Methyl-3-Nitrobenzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; appropriate handling procedures should be followed to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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