2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide

Name: 2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-012880

About 2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide

Listed under CAS 77668-42-9, 2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide is a process intermediate or related compound of Lamotrigine available from Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C8H3Cl2NO and its molecular weight is 200.02 g/mol. Alternative names: 2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl nitrile and 2,3-Dichloro-α-oxobenzeneacetonitrile.

It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to Lamotrigine, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. Stock is available for quick dispatch.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Related to Lamotrigine

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Lamotrigine.

Lamotrigine impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide
Catalogue No.	VQ-012880
CAS Number	77668-42-9
IUPAC name	2,3-dichlorobenzoyl cyanide
Molecular formula	C₈H₃Cl₂NO
Molecular weight	200.02 g/mol
Exact mass	198.9592
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	FIBBFBXFASKAON-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=C(C(=C1)Cl)Cl)C(=O)C#N
PubChem CID	2735968

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	2.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	40.9 Å²
Synonyms	2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl nitrile, 2,3-Dichloro-α-oxobenzeneacetonitrile, (2,3-Dichlorophenyl)oxoacetonitrile, 2,3-Dichlorobenzoylcyanide, 2-(2,3-dichlorophenyl)-2-oxoacetonitrile, 2-(2,3-dichlorophenyl)-2-oxoethanenitrile, 2-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)-2-oxoacetonitrile (2,3-Dichlorobenzoylcyanide), dichlorobenzoyl cyanide, (2,3-Dichlorophenyl)(oxo)acetonitrile, 2,3-dichloro-benzoyl cyanide, 2,3-Dichlorobenzene-1-carbonyl cyanide

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H400Very toxic to aquatic life

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P272, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide?

The CAS Registry Number of 2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide is 77668-42-9. It is also known as 2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl nitrile, 2,3-Dichloro-α-oxobenzeneacetonitrile, (2,3-Dichlorophenyl)oxoacetonitrile.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide?

2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide has the molecular formula C8H3Cl2NO and a molecular weight of 200.02 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,3-dichlorobenzoyl cyanide.

What is 2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide used for?

2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Lamotrigine. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide can I order?

We supply 2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide?

Yes. Every lot of 2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl cyanide is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.