Description

4-[Hydroxy(4-Methoxyphenyl)Methyl]Benzonitrile is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a benzonitrile core substituted with a hydroxymethyl and a methoxyphenyl group. This compound is valued for its versatile chemical functionality, serving as a critical building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex organic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and synthesis of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for advanced electronic materials, including components for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in academic and industrial research laboratories as a versatile synthon for constructing complex molecular architectures and exploring new catalytic reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the manufacture of specialty dyes, pigments, and performance chemicals where specific aromatic substitution patterns are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-[Hydroxy(4-Methoxyphenyl)Methyl]Benzonitrile
CAS No.	174813-84-4
Molecular Formula	C15H13NO2
Molecular Weight	239.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(4-Methoxyphenyl)(hydroxy)methyl]benzonitrile; 4-(Hydroxy(4-methoxyphenyl)methyl)benzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 4-[(4-methoxyphenyl)hydroxymethyl]-; α-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzylbenzonitrile; p-(α-Hydroxy-p-methoxybenzyl)benzonitrile; (4-Methoxyphenyl)(4-cyanophenyl)methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-[Hydroxy(4-Methoxyphenyl)Methyl]Benzonitrile adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

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.