Description

4-Formyl-3-Nitrobenzonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a formyl and a nitro group ortho to the nitrile, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functionalized molecules. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for building fused heterocycles with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialty polymers, dyes, and photoactive materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic aromatic substitutions, and reductive amination processes.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new reaction pathways and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Formyl-3-Nitrobenzonitrile
CAS No.	90178-78-2
Molecular Formula	C8H4N2O3
Molecular Weight	176.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-4-cyanobenzaldehyde; 4-Cyano-2-nitrobenzaldehyde; 2-Nitro-4-formylbenzonitrile; 4-Formyl-3-nitrobenzenecarbonitrile; Benzonitrile, 4-formyl-3-nitro-; 90178-78-2; 4-Cyano-2-nitro-benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Formyl-3-Nitrobenzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting identity, purity, and related substance data.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 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 opaque or amber packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.