Description

Glycolonitrile is a highly reactive and versatile bifunctional organic compound, serving as a critical building block in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce both nitrile and hydroxyl functional groups in a single molecule, enabling efficient production pathways for complex intermediates. This chemical is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to streamline synthesis and develop novel products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key precursor in the synthesis of amino acids like glycine, and heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for producing chelating agents, corrosion inhibitors, and other specialty chemicals.
• Polymer Industry: Employed in the manufacture of resins, coatings, and as a cross-linking agent.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in laboratory settings for the study of cyanohydrin chemistry and related biochemical pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glycolonitrile
CAS No.	107-16-4
Molecular Formula	C2H3NO
Molecular Weight	57.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Formaldehyde cyanohydrin; Hydroxyacetonitrile; Glyconitrile; 2-Hydroxyacetonitrile; Cyanomethanol; Glycolic acid nitrile; α-Hydroxyacetonitrile
EINECS	203-469-1

Quality Control

Our Glycolonitrile is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, purity, and impurity profile analysis, to meet exacting customer requirements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) and keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°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.