Description

5-Chloro-4-Methyl-2-Nitrobenzonitrile is a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate characterized by its distinct benzonitrile core substituted with chloro, methyl, and nitro functional groups. This compound is critical for advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecules in research and industrial-scale production. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical manufacturers, and specialty chemical producers for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its reactive nitro and cyano groups.
• Dye and Pigment Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized dyes, pigments, and colorants for industrial applications.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers due to its aromatic structure.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) for creating complex biaryl structures.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial chemists exploring new synthetic methodologies and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Chloro-4-Methyl-2-Nitrobenzonitrile
CAS No.	97113-40-1
Molecular Formula	C8H5ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	196.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-5-chloro-4-methylbenzonitrile; 4-Methyl-5-chloro-2-nitrobenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 5-chloro-4-methyl-2-nitro-; 97113-40-1; 5-Chloro-4-methyl-2-nitro-benzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Chloro-4-Methyl-2-Nitrobenzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer-specific requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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