Description

4-Phenyl-2-(Phenylamino)-2-Butenenitrile is a versatile chemical intermediate characterized by its unique α,β-unsaturated nitrile structure with an aromatic amine substituent. This compound is valued for its role in facilitating complex organic syntheses, particularly in the construction of nitrogen-containing heterocycles and functionalized molecular scaffolds. It serves as a critical building block for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors and other biologically active nitrogen heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials and emissive layer components in display technologies.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Design: Utilized to create novel chelating ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Intermediate for the production of specialized dyes and functional colorants.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cycloaddition and annulation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Phenyl-2-(Phenylamino)-2-Butenenitrile
CAS No.	14627-90-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₄N₂
Molecular Weight	234.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butenenitrile, 4-phenyl-2-(phenylamino)-; (E)-4-Phenyl-2-(phenylamino)but-2-enenitrile; 4-Phenyl-2-anilino-2-butenenitrile; 2-(Phenylamino)-4-phenyl-2-butenenitrile; α-(Phenylamino)-β-phenylacrylonitrile; (2E)-4-Phenyl-2-(phenylamino)-2-butenenitrile; Phenylamino phenyl butenenitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Phenyl-2-(Phenylamino)-2-Butenenitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and regulated production environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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