Description

Methyl 4-Cyanobenzoate is a versatile organic ester and nitrile compound, serving as a critical high-purity building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a protected carboxylic acid and a reactive nitrile group, enabling efficient multi-step transformations for complex molecule construction. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and liquid crystal industries, where precise molecular architecture is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing benzoic acid or benzamide derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific aromatic nitrile functionalities.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a foundational monomer for creating nematic and smectic liquid crystals used in display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed in the synthesis of electron-transport or host materials for efficient OLED devices.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier for engineering plastics and high-performance polymers.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and specialty organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Cyanobenzoate
CAS No.	1129-35-7
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO2
Molecular Weight	161.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl p-Cyanobenzoate; 4-Cyanobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; p-Cyanobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-cyano-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-cyanobenzenecarboxylate; Methyl para-cyanobenzoate; NSC 2215; Methyl ester of 4-cyanobenzoic acid
EINECS	214-449-5

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Cyanobenzoate is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC/GC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is available for every batch, supporting compliance in cGMP and ISO 9001 environments for critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥98.0% (Standard Grade) ≥99.0% (High Purity Grade)
Melting Point	66°C - 70°C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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