Description

2-Cyclohexene-1-Carbonitrile is a versatile, unsaturated cyclic nitrile that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its reactive alkene and nitrile functionalities make it a crucial building block for constructing complex molecular architectures, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This high-purity compound is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing saturated or functionalized cyclohexyl rings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents, including herbicides and fungicides, where the cyclohexene scaffold is a core structural element.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis for Diels-Alder reactions, hydrogenation, and functional group transformations to create specialty chemicals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the development of specialty polymers and resins with tailored properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and material science for exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments due to its reactive sites for chromophore attachment.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Cyclohexene-1-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	13048-17-4
Molecular Formula	C7H9N
Molecular Weight	107.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyano-2-cyclohexene; 2-Cyclohexenecarbonitrile; 2-Cyclohexene-1-carbonitrile; Cyclohex-2-ene-1-carbonitrile; 3,4,5,6-Tetrahydrobenzonitrile; 2-Cyclohexenyl cyanide; 1-Cyano-1-cyclohexene (common misnomer); 2-Cyclohexene nitrile
EINECS	235-924-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Cyclohexene-1-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture uptake and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.480 - 1.490
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	0.950 - 0.970

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