Description

2-(4-Bromo-Phenyl)-Butyronitrile is a versatile brominated aromatic nitrile intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional molecular structure, which allows it to serve as a key building block for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing brominated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Development: Serves as a building block for creating brominated organic molecules used in electronic display technologies.
• Organic Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed coupling reactions.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including Suzuki-Miyaura and other cross-coupling reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as an intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Bromo-Phenyl)-Butyronitrile
CAS No.	99057-81-5
Molecular Formula	C10H10BrN
Molecular Weight	224.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-α-ethylbenzeneacetonitrile; 2-(4-Bromophenyl)butanenitrile; (4-Bromophenyl)(ethyl)acetonitrile; α-Ethyl-4-bromobenzeneacetonitrile; 2-(p-Bromophenyl)butyronitrile; p-Bromo-α-ethylphenylacetonitrile; Butyronitrile, 2-(4-bromophenyl)-; 99057-81-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Bromo-Phenyl)-Butyronitrile is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices for fine chemical intermediates.

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); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.