Description

2-(2,4,6-Tribromophenyl)Acetonitrile is a specialized brominated aromatic nitrile compound that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique tribrominated phenyl structure, which provides high reactivity and serves as a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This product is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring brominated aromatic cores for specific biological activity or pharmacokinetic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the bromine atoms can enhance binding affinity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of advanced polymers, flame retardants, and liquid crystal materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic frameworks via reactions such as nucleophilic substitution, cyano-group transformations, and metal-catalyzed couplings.
• Chemical Research Standard: Used as a reference standard or starting material in methodological development and analytical chemistry studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2,4,6-Tribromophenyl)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	98556-27-5
Molecular Formula	C8H4Br3N
Molecular Weight	353.84 g/mol
Synonyms	(2,4,6-Tribromophenyl)acetonitrile; α-Cyano-2,4,6-tribromobenzyl; 2,4,6-Tribromobenzyl cyanide; 2-(2,4,6-Tribromophenyl)ethanenitrile; NSC 403120; 98556-27-5; Tribromophenylacetonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(2,4,6-Tribromophenyl)Acetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.