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4,5-Dichlorophthalonitrile (CAS 139152-08-2)

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Alternate Names:
4,5-dichlorobenzene-1,2-dicarbonitrile; 1,2-Dichloro-4,5-dicyanobenzene
Application:
4,5-Dichlorophthalonitrile is an organic building block
CAS Number:
139152-08-2
Purity:
≥97%
Molecular Weight:
197.02
Molecular Formula:
C8H2Cl2N2
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4,5-Dichlorophthalonitrile is frequently used in the field of polymer chemistry, particularly in the synthesis of high-performance polymers and copolymers. Researchers leverage this compound primarily for its ability to introduce chlorinated nitrile groups into polymer chains, which significantly enhances the materials′ chemical resistance and thermal stability. This makes 4,5-Dichlorophthalonitrile a vital component in the production of durable polymers used in high-temperature applications. Additionally, its role in the creation of fire-retardant materials is explored due to its chlorine content, which contributes to the flame resistance properties of the resulting polymers. The chemical is also pivotal in studies aimed at understanding the kinetics of polymerization reactions where nitrile groups play a critical role.


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4,5-Dichlorophthalonitrile, 5 g

sc-226837
5 g
$229.00