Description

3,5-Bis(2-Cyanoprop-2-Yl)Toluene is a specialized aromatic compound featuring two cyano-functionalized isopropyl groups, serving as a high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture makes it a critical precursor for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of performance polymers and functional materials. This product is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to introduce specific steric and electronic properties into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring a rigid, substituted toluene core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure contributes to biological activity and stability.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer in the manufacture of high-performance engineering plastics, epoxy resins, and cyanate ester resins.
• Ligand & Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing sophisticated ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments, leveraging its aromatic system for color development.
• Electronic Chemicals: Potential use in the development of organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials for electronic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Bis(2-Cyanoprop-2-Yl)Toluene
CAS No.	120511-72-0
Molecular Formula	C17H20N2
Molecular Weight	252.36 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Bis(2-cyano-2-propyl)toluene; 1-Methyl-3,5-bis(2-cyano-2-propyl)benzene; 3,5-Di(2-cyanoisopropyl)toluene; α,α,α',α'-Tetramethyl-3,5-toluenediacetonitrile; 3,5-Bis(α-cyanoisopropyl)toluene; Benzene, 1-methyl-3,5-bis(2-cyano-2-propyl)-; Toluene-3,5-diylbis(2-methyl-2-propionitrile)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Bis(2-Cyanoprop-2-Yl)Toluene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global B2B clientele. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your internal quality protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. The product may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified for high-purity grades.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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