Agrochemicals

 2-Amino-6-chlorobenzonitrile

1. Basic Information

• Chemical Name: 2-Amino-6-chlorobenzonitrile
• Synonyms:
  • 6-Chloro-2-aminobenzonitrile
  • 2-Cyano-3-chloroaniline
  • 2-Chloro-6-cyanobenzenamine
• CAS Number: [Insert CAS if available]
• Molecular Formula: C₇H₅ClN₂
• Molecular Weight: 152.58 g/mol

2. Physical and Chemical Properties

• Appearance: Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
• Melting Point: ~90–95°C (literature-dependent)
• Boiling Point: Not well documented (decomposes at higher temps)
• Solubility:
  • Slightly soluble in water
  • Soluble in organic solvents (methanol, ethanol, DMSO, DMF)
• Density: Not typically reported (estimated ~1.3 g/cm³)
• Refractive Index: Not commonly documented

3. Chemical Structure

• SMILES: Nc1c(Cl)cccc1C#N
• InChI Key: [Insert if available]

4. Hazard and Safety Information

• GHS Classification:
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed
  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation
• Precautionary Statements:
  • P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist.
  • P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
• NFPA Rating:
  • Health: 2 | Flammability: 1 | Reactivity: 0

5. Storage and Handling

• Storage Conditions: Keep in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container.
• Light Sensitivity: Store away from light (may degrade under prolonged exposure).
• Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers, acids, bases.

6. Applications

• Pharmaceuticals: Intermediate in drug synthesis (e.g., kinase inhibitors).
• Agrochemicals: Building block for pesticides/herbicides.
• Organic Synthesis: Used in heterocycle formation (e.g., quinazolines).

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