Description

4-n-Propoxyphthalonitrile is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a phthalonitrile core functionalized with a propoxy group. This compound is valued for its role as a key precursor in the synthesis of advanced functional materials, particularly phthalocyanines and other macrocyclic complexes. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the advanced materials, specialty dyes and pigments, and organic electronics sectors seeking high-purity building blocks for innovative applications.

Application

• Phthalocyanine Synthesis: A critical precursor for the production of metal-free and metallophthalocyanines, which are used as blue and green pigments, dyes, and functional materials.
• Organic Semiconductor Development: Serves as a building block for organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials used in OLEDs, OFETs, and photovoltaic cells.
• Catalyst and Sensor Fabrication: Used in the creation of phthalocyanine-based catalysts for oxidation reactions and chemical sensors due to their unique electronic properties.
• Specialty Dyes and Inks: Employed in the synthesis of high-performance, lightfast dyes for inks, coatings, and plastics.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a starting material for developing photosensitizers used in medical and biomedical research applications.
• Non-linear Optical Materials: A key intermediate for materials research focused on non-linear optics (NLO) and photonics.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-n-Propoxyphthalonitrile
CAS No.	106144-18-7
Molecular Formula	C11H10N2O
Molecular Weight	186.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Propoxyphthalonitrile; 4-(Propoxy)phthalonitrile; 1,2-Dicyano-4-propoxybenzene; 4-n-Propoxy-1,2-dicyanobenzene; 4-(n-Propoxy)phthalonitrile; PN-Propoxy; Phthalonitrile, 4-propoxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-n-Propoxyphthalonitrile is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is supplied with each shipment. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of advanced materials research and fine chemical synthesis.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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