Description

4-Hydroxy-2-Methylbenzonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl and a nitrile group, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with specific receptor-binding activities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Used in the production of monomers and additives for high-performance polymers and liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for synthesizing specialized azo dyes and organic pigments.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel heterocyclic compounds in R&D laboratories.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand or precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-2-Methylbenzonitrile
CAS No.	14143-26-1
Molecular Formula	C8H7NO
Molecular Weight	133.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4-hydroxybenzonitrile; 4-Cyano-3-methylphenol; 2-Methyl-4-cyanophenol; 4-Hydroxy-o-tolunitrile; 3-Methyl-4-hydroxybenzonitrile; 4-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzenecarbonitrile; 2-Methyl-4-hydroxyphenyl cyanide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-2-Methylbenzonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. We support compliance with global regulatory frameworks, including REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled 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	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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