Description

4-Isopropylbenzonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the combination of the electron-withdrawing nitrile group and the isopropyl substituent, which makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from drug discovery to material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzonitrile core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the isopropylbenzonitrile structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Functional Material Precursor: Employed in the research and production of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Utilized in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for producing dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Isopropylbenzonitrile
CAS No.	13816-33-6
Molecular Formula	C10H11N
Molecular Weight	145.20 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Isopropylbenzonitrile; 4-Cyanocumene; 1-Cyano-4-isopropylbenzene; (4-Cyanophenyl)propane; Cumene-4-carbonitrile; Benzonitrile, 4-(1-methylethyl)-; 4-(1-Methylethyl)benzonitrile
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Quality Control

Our 4-Isopropylbenzonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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