Description

4-(2-Methoxyphenyl)-4-Oxobutyronitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile and ketone derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both a methoxy-substituted aromatic ketone and a reactive nitrile group, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those with benzofuran or other heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in multi-step synthetic routes for constructing complex molecules via reactions at the ketone and nitrile functional groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial chemists exploring new reaction methodologies and catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Methoxyphenyl)-4-Oxobutyronitrile
CAS No.	113522-19-3
Molecular Formula	C12H11NO2
Molecular Weight	201.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Methoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutanenitrile; 2-Methoxyphenacyl Cyanide; 4-Oxo-4-(2-methoxyphenyl)butyronitrile; 2'-Methoxy-4-oxo-4-phenylbutyronitrile; (2-Methoxyphenyl)(2-cyanoethyl) ketone; γ-Oxo-2-methoxybenzenebutanenitrile; 4-(o-Methoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutyronitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(2-Methoxyphenyl)-4-Oxobutyronitrile adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.