Description

2-Methylcinnamonitrile is a versatile organic nitrile compound with the CAS registry number 1197-33-7. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for research and development, as well as process-scale manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing heterocyclic compounds and other complex structures.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific aromatic compounds.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the development of advanced organic electronic materials.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Methylcinnamonitrile
CAS No.	1197-33-7
Molecular Formula	C10H9N
Molecular Weight	143.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylcinnamyl nitrile; (E)-2-Methyl-3-phenylacrylonitrile; (E)-2-Methylcinnamonitrile; α-Methylcinnamonitrile; 3-Phenyl-2-butenenitrile; 2-Methyl-3-phenyl-2-propenenitrile; (E)-α-Methylcinnamomitrile; 2-Methylcinnamomitrile
EINECS	214-826-3

Quality Control

Our 2-Methylcinnamonitrile is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) upon request, which include data from GC, HPLC, and NMR analyses to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.