Description

4-Cyanophenyl Acetate is a versatile organic intermediate featuring both cyano and ester functional groups, making it a valuable building block for complex chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in enabling the efficient production of advanced pharmaceutical compounds and high-performance materials. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing substituted phenol or benzoic acid derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Serves as a building block for creating specialized monomers and polymers used in display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the production of specialty polyesters, polycarbonates, and other engineering plastics with enhanced properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of advanced colorants and photographic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Cyanophenyl Acetate
CAS No.	13031-41-9
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO2
Molecular Weight	161.16 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Cyanophenyl acetate; 4-Acetoxybenzonitrile; p-Acetoxybenzonitrile; 4-Cyanophenol acetate; Benzonitrile, 4-(acetyloxy)-; Acetic acid 4-cyanophenyl ester; 1-Acetoxy-4-cyanobenzene; (4-Cyanophenyl) ethanoate
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Quality Control

Our 4-Cyanophenyl Acetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring GMP and ISO standards.

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. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	82 - 86 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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