Description

p-Tolunitrile (CAS NO 104-85-8) is a versatile aromatic nitrile intermediate essential for synthesizing a wide range of fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Its value lies in the reactivity of the nitrile group, which can be readily converted into other functional groups like carboxylic acids, amides, and amines. This compound is a critical building block for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new compounds or optimize existing synthetic routes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various APIs, including certain anti-inflammatory and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the methyl and nitrile functionalities.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Acts as a building block for advanced materials used in display technologies and organic semiconductors.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed in laboratories for the preparation of substituted benzoic acids, benzamides, and other derivatives.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used as a component in specialty chemical formulations designed to protect metals.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Tolunitrile
CAS No.	104-85-8
Molecular Formula	C8H7N
Molecular Weight	117.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylbenzonitrile; p-Cyanotoluene; 4-Cyanotoluene; p-Tolyl cyanide; 4-Tolunitrile; para-Tolunitrile; Toluene-4-carbonitrile; 1-Cyano-4-methylbenzene
EINECS	203-243-6

Quality Control

Our p-Tolunitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our industrial and research clients. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply reliability and product traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, strong bases, and strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.