CAS 72371-52-9

Benzonitrile,2-chloro-6-mercapto-

Description:

Benzonitrile, 2-chloro-6-mercapto- is an organic compound characterized by the presence of a benzonitrile moiety, a chloro substituent, and a thiol group. Its molecular structure features a benzene ring attached to a nitrile group (–C≡N) and a thiol group (–SH) at the 6-position, along with a chlorine atom at the 2-position. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on its purity and specific conditions. It exhibits properties typical of both nitriles and thiols, including potential reactivity in nucleophilic substitution reactions due to the presence of the thiol group. The compound may also participate in various chemical reactions, such as oxidation or substitution, making it of interest in synthetic organic chemistry. Additionally, its unique functional groups may impart specific biological activities, which could be relevant in pharmaceutical applications. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as it may pose health risks due to its chemical nature.

Formula: C₇H₄ClNS

Synonyms:

• 2-Chloro-6-mercaptobenzonitrile
• 3-Chloro-2-cyanothiophenol
• 2-Chloro-6-Sulfanylbenzonitrile

2-Chloro-6-sulfanylbenzonitrile Sodium Salt

Controlled Product

CAS: 72371-52-9

Formula: C₇H₄ClNNaS

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 191.61

Ref: TR-C611328