4-Bromo-3-ethylbenzonitrile

• CAT Number: L026526
• CAS Number: 170230-29-2
• Molecular Formula: C9H8BrN
• Molecular Weight: 210.07
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 4-bromo-3-ethylbenzonitrile
• InChI: InChI=1S/C9H8BrN/c1-2-8-5-7(6-11)3-4-9(8)10/h3-5H,2H2,1H3
• InChIKey: ITVYYZNUYKBREP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CCC1=C(C=CC(=C1)C#N)Br

4-Bromo-3-ethylbenzonitrile is an organic compound with the molecular formula C₉H₈BrN. It features a benzene ring with a bromine substituent at the 4-position and an ethyl group at the 3-position, along with a nitrile group. This compound typically appears as a colorless to light yellow liquid or solid and is used in organic synthesis and as an intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its unique structure enhances its reactivity, making it valuable in the development of various biologically active compounds.