Description

3-Imino-3-Phenylpropionitrile is a versatile organic intermediate featuring a nitrile group and an imino functionality attached to a phenyl ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing heterocyclic compounds and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought after by research and development laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for creating novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various nitrogen-containing heterocycles, such as pyrimidines and triazines, which are core structures in many active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactivity to form complex molecular architectures.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for creating specialized dyes and organic pigments, particularly azo dyes and colorants for industrial applications.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, including polyamides and resins with enhanced thermal or chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating libraries of compounds for screening.
• Coordination Chemistry: Can function as a ligand or precursor for ligands in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts due to its nitrogen donor atoms.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Imino-3-Phenylpropionitrile
CAS No.	16187-90-9
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Imino-3-phenylpropanenitrile; 2-Cyano-1-phenylethanimine; Phenyl(cyano)acetonitrile imine; 3-Phenyl-3-iminopropionitrile; β-Imino-β-phenylpropionitrile; NSC 403697; (Cyano)(phenyl)methanimine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Imino-3-Phenylpropionitrile is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.