Description

Cyanic Acid, 2-Methylphenyl Ester is a specialized organic ester of cyanic acid, also known as o-Tolyl Cyanate. This high-purity chemical intermediate is valued for its role in synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in medicinal chemistry for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis for introducing the cyanate functional group into target molecules.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyanic Acid, 2-Methylphenyl Ester
CAS No.	1123-89-3
Molecular Formula	C8H7NO
Molecular Weight	133.15 g/mol
Synonyms	o-Tolyl Cyanate; 2-Methylphenyl Cyanate; 2-Tolyl Cyanate; (2-Methylphenyl) Cyanate; Cyanato-2-methylbenzene; o-Cyanatotoluene; Isocyanic Acid 2-Methylphenyl Ester
EINECS	214-368-6

Quality Control

Our Cyanic Acid, 2-Methylphenyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its reactivity, isolate from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 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.