Description

(R)-α-Cyanobenzyl Acetate is a high-purity chiral intermediate of significant importance in asymmetric synthesis. Its value lies in its utility as a key building block for the production of optically active pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for research and manufacturing chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require enantiomerically pure components for their processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) drugs and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides and herbicides, where the specific (R)-enantiomer can provide enhanced biological activity and environmental safety.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Serves as a standard substrate or precursor in the development and screening of novel chiral catalysts and ligands for academic and industrial R&D.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances that require high optical purity for their functional properties.
• Material Science: Potential use as a monomer or precursor for chiral polymers and liquid crystals with specific optical characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-α-Cyanobenzyl Acetate
CAS No.	119718-89-7
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO2
Molecular Weight	175.18 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(-)-α-Cyanobenzyl Acetate; (R)-2-Acetoxy-2-phenylacetonitrile; (R)-O-Acetylmandelonitrile; (R)-Mandelonitrile Acetate; (R)-α-Acetoxyphenylacetonitrile; (R)-2-Phenyl-2-(acetyloxy)acetonitrile; (R)-Acetoxy(phenyl)acetonitrile
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Quality Control

Our (R)-α-Cyanobenzyl Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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