Description

2-Methyl-2-Phenyl-Pent-4-Enenitrile is a specialized organic nitrile compound featuring a phenyl and an alkene group, making it a versatile chiral building block in advanced synthesis. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients and fine chemicals. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in asymmetric synthesis and medicinal chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its nitrile functionality.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex, high-value specialty chemicals and flavors/fragrances.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed in research for developing new chiral ligands and catalysts due to its stereogenic center.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor in the research of advanced polymers with specific optical or mechanical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable compound for methodological studies in organic synthesis and reaction mechanism exploration.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-2-Phenyl-Pent-4-Enenitrile
CAS No.	104367-49-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₃N
Molecular Weight	171.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-2-phenyl-4-pentenenitrile; 4-Pentenenitrile, 2-methyl-2-phenyl-; (RS)-2-Methyl-2-phenylpent-4-enenitrile; 2-Phenyl-2-methyl-4-pentenenitrile; α-Methyl-α-phenyl-4-pentenenitrile
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-2-Phenyl-Pent-4-Enenitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assessment and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurities is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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