Description

5-Methoxy-4-Methyl-2-Nitrobenzonitrile is a high-purity, synthetically versatile aromatic nitrile derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a valuable building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in research and development for constructing complex heterocyclic and aromatic systems.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate in the development of specialty polymers, dyes, and functional materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Methoxy-4-Methyl-2-Nitrobenzonitrile
CAS No.	959137-56-5
Molecular Formula	C10H10N2O3
Molecular Weight	206.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-5-methoxy-2-nitrobenzonitrile; 2-Nitro-5-methoxy-4-methylbenzonitrile; 5-Methoxy-4-methyl-2-nitrobenzenecarbonitrile; Benzonitrile, 5-methoxy-4-methyl-2-nitro-; (5-Methoxy-4-methyl-2-nitrophenyl)methanenitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Methoxy-4-Methyl-2-Nitrobenzonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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%

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