Description

4,4'-(1-Methylene) Bis-Benzonitrile is a high-purity organic chemical intermediate characterized by its bis-benzonitrile structure linked by a methylene bridge. This compound matters as a versatile building block for synthesizing advanced materials and specialty chemicals, offering precise molecular geometry for demanding applications. Industries such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and polymer research need it for developing novel compounds, including liquid crystals, pharmaceutical actives, and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Used in the development of nematic and smectic liquid crystals for display technologies due to its rigid, linear structure.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer in the production of high-temperature resistant and specialty engineering plastics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as a building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex aromatic systems and dendrimers.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the manufacture of specialized dyes and optical brighteners.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4'-(1-Methylene) Bis-Benzonitrile
CAS No.	10466-37-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₀N₂
Molecular Weight	218.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Methylenebis(benzonitrile); Bis(4-cyanophenyl)methane; α,α'-Dicyano-4,4'-dimethylenedibenzene; Dicyanodiphenylmethane; 1,1'-(Methylenedi-4,1-phenylene)bis-1H-pyrrole-2,5-dione (incorrect but sometimes mis-associated); 4,4'-Dicyanodiphenylmethane; p,p'-Methylenedibenzonitrile; NSC 403697
EINECS	233-943-6

Quality Control

Our 4,4'-(1-Methylene) Bis-Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

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, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	165 - 170 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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