Description

Benzonitrile, 4-[(1S)-1-Hydroxyethyl]- (9Ci) is a chiral benzonitrile derivative that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in the combination of a nitrile group and a chiral secondary alcohol, enabling its use in constructing complex, optically active molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced, optically active pesticides and herbicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals and advanced materials requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and stereochemistry studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzonitrile, 4-[(1S)-1-Hydroxyethyl]- (9Ci)
CAS No.	101219-71-0
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO
Molecular Weight	147.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-4-(1-Hydroxyethyl)benzonitrile; (1S)-1-(4-Cyanophenyl)ethanol; p-[(1S)-1-Hydroxyethyl]benzonitrile; (S)-1-(4-Cyanophenyl)ethanol; 4-[(S)-1-Hydroxyethyl]benzonitrile; (S)-α-Methyl-4-cyanobenzyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzonitrile, 4-[(1S)-1-Hydroxyethyl]- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles. We support custom synthesis and can tailor specifications to meet specific project requirements.

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 and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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