Description

4-(2-Oxopyrrolidin-1-Yl)Benzonitrile is a high-purity organic compound with the CAS number 167833-93-4, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a pyrrolidinone and a benzonitrile moiety, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with targeted biological or material properties. This product is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or light-emitting components.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for method development and the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The nitrile and amide functionalities can be utilized to create novel ligands for metal catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Oxopyrrolidin-1-Yl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	167833-93-4
Molecular Formula	C11H10N2O
Molecular Weight	186.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[4-Cyanophenyl]-2-pyrrolidinone; 4-(2-Oxo-1-pyrrolidinyl)benzonitrile; 4-(2-Oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)benzonitrile; 4-(1-Pyrrolidinonyl)benzonitrile; 4-(2-Oxopyrrolidino)benzonitrile; 4-(N-2-Pyrrolidonyl)benzonitrile; 4-Cyano-N-(2-oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)benzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(2-Oxopyrrolidin-1-Yl)Benzonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high standards, from research to cGMP environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

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