Description

Benzeneacetonitrile, 3-Acetyl- (9Ci) CAS NO 10266-44-1 is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both acetyl and cyano functional groups, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity compound is essential for research and development laboratories and chemical manufacturers specializing in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with acetylphenyl or cyanophenyl motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organometallic catalysts.
• Fine Chemical Production: Building block for dyes, pigments, and advanced polymer modifiers.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical entities across multiple disciplines.
• Material Science: Intermediate for synthesizing specialty monomers and functional materials with specific electronic or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzeneacetonitrile, 3-Acetyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	10266-44-1
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO
Molecular Weight	159.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Acetylbenzyl cyanide; 3-Acetylphenylacetonitrile; (3-Acetylphenyl)acetonitrile; m-Acetylbenzyl cyanide; 3-Acetylbenzeneacetonitrile; 1-(3-Cyanomethylphenyl)ethanone; 3-Acetylbenzyl nitrile; 3-Acetyl-α-tolunitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzeneacetonitrile, 3-Acetyl- (9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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 acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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