Description

4-(2-Cyanophenyl)Benzyl Alcohol is a versatile aromatic alcohol derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a benzyl alcohol and an ortho-substituted benzonitrile group, enabling its use in constructing complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is particularly needed by research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as pharmaceutical intermediates and liquid crystal materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of nematic and smectic liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed in the synthesis of electron-transport or host materials for OLED devices.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers with enhanced properties.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Cyanophenyl)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	154709-19-0
Molecular Formula	C14H11NO
Molecular Weight	209.24 g/mol
Synonyms	[4-(2-Cyanophenyl)phenyl]methanol; 2-(4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenyl)benzonitrile; 4'-(Hydroxymethyl)-[1,1'-biphenyl]-2-carbonitrile; 2-Cyano-4'-hydroxymethylbiphenyl; (4-(2-Cyanophenyl)phenyl)methanol; Biphenyl-2-carbonitrile, 4'-(hydroxymethyl)-; 154709-19-0; 4-(2-Cyanophenyl)benzenemethanol
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Quality Control

Our 4-(2-Cyanophenyl)Benzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most critical synthesis steps.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider the use of desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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