Description

3'-Aminobiphenyl-4-Carbonitrile is a specialized aromatic nitrile and amine derivative, serving as a high-value building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both an electron-withdrawing cyano group and an electron-donating amino group on a biphenyl scaffold, makes it a versatile precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Used in the research and development of organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and conductive polymers due to its conjugated biphenyl system.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing novel chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of advanced dyes and pigments, where its amine group allows for diazotization and further coupling reactions.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions and heterocyclic chemistry within academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3'-Aminobiphenyl-4-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	149505-72-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₀N₂
Molecular Weight	194.24 g/mol
Synonyms	[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile, 3'-amino-; 3'-Amino-4-cyanobiphenyl; 4-Cyano-3'-aminobiphenyl; 3-Aminophenyl-4-cyanobenzene; 4-(3-Aminophenyl)benzonitrile; 3'-Amino-4-biphenylcarbonitrile; 3-Amino-4'-cyanobiphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3'-Aminobiphenyl-4-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure product integrity and traceability. Our standard quality commitment includes rigorous testing via HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS to confirm identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption and contamination. Store away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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