Description

(4-Cyano-Phenoxy)-Acetic Acid is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both a cyano group and a carboxylic acid moiety linked via a phenoxy bridge. This unique structure makes it a valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a phenoxyacetic acid backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing herbicides, plant growth regulators, and other crop protection agents.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or intermediate for creating advanced materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules, leveraging its reactive cyano and carboxyl groups.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Cyano-Phenoxy)-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	1878-82-6
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO3
Molecular Weight	177.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyanophenoxyacetic Acid; p-Cyanophenoxyacetic Acid; (p-Cyanophenoxy)acetic Acid; 2-(4-Cyanophenoxy)acetic Acid; NSC 403697; 4-Cyanophenoxy-acetic acid; (4-Cyanophenoxy)ethanoic acid
EINECS	217-517-8

Quality Control

Our (4-Cyano-Phenoxy)-Acetic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

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 bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	142 - 147 °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.