Description

3-(Tetrahydrofuran-3-Yl)Propanenitrile is a versatile nitrile-functionalized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture, featuring both a tetrahydrofuran ring and a reactive cyano group, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex pharmacophores and functional materials. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in constructing fused heterocyclic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific heterocyclic motifs.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers and functional polymers with tailored properties for electronic or specialty coating applications.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for synthesizing molecular probes and tags used in biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring precise nitrile and ether functionality.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Tetrahydrofuran-3-Yl)Propanenitrile
CAS No.	16237-62-0
Molecular Formula	C7H11NO
Molecular Weight	125.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(3-Tetrahydrofuryl)propionitrile; 3-(Oxolan-3-yl)propanenitrile; Tetrahydro-3-furanpropanenitrile; 3-(Tetrahydro-3-furanyl)propionitrile; 3-(3-Furanyl)propionitrile, tetrahydro-; 3-(THF-3-yl)propionitrile; β-(3-Tetrahydrofuryl)propionitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(Tetrahydrofuran-3-Yl)Propanenitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere to preserve optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	Contact for details
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	Contact for details

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