Description

(R)-4-Phenoxy-Mandelonitrile is a high-value chiral intermediate and building block in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role in the stereoselective construction of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block for the synthesis of enantiomerically pure drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of chiral pesticides and herbicides.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Serves as a substrate or ligand precursor in the development of new catalytic systems.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals requiring high optical purity.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and process chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-4-Phenoxy-Mandelonitrile
CAS No.	121986-00-3
Molecular Formula	C15H13NO2
Molecular Weight	239.27 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-α-Hydroxy-4-phenoxybenzeneacetonitrile; (R)-2-Hydroxy-2-(4-phenoxyphenyl)acetonitrile; (R)-4-Phenoxymandelonitrile; (R)-O-(4-Phenoxyphenyl)glycolonitrile; (R)-Mandelonitrile, 4-phenoxy-; (R)-4-Phenoxybenzaldehyde cyanohydrin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. For this chiral intermediate, quality is assured through advanced analytical techniques including chiral HPLC to confirm enantiomeric excess (ee) and standard purity assays. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
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.