Description

4-Bromo-2-Cyanobenzeneacetonitrile is a versatile and high-purity brominated aromatic nitrile compound. This specialized chemical intermediate is critical for advanced organic synthesis, offering a reactive scaffold for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing bromo and cyano functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its aromatic ring provides structural diversity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as components for OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions due to the reactive bromine atom.
• Functional Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the development of advanced colorants and photochromic materials.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Cyanobenzeneacetonitrile
CAS No.	925672-89-5
Molecular Formula	C9H5BrN2
Molecular Weight	221.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Bromo-2-cyanophenyl)acetonitrile; (4-Bromo-2-cyanophenyl)acetonitrile; 4-Bromo-2-cyanobenzyl cyanide; α-(4-Bromo-2-cyanophenyl)acetonitrile; 925672-89-5; 4-Bromo-2-cyanophenylacetonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-Cyanobenzeneacetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters. Our commitment to GMP principles and ISO-guided processes guarantees a reliable supply of high-grade material for your most demanding applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 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 glass, or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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