Description

Acetonitrile, (2,6,6-Trimethyl-4-Oxo-2-Cyclohexen-1-Ylidene)- (9Ci) is a specialized organic compound featuring a unique cyclohexenylidene structure, making it a valuable synthon and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is critical for research and development in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing, where its specific molecular framework enables the construction of complex, high-value target molecules. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for creating novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for complex heterocyclic and polycyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific ketone and nitrile functionalities.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile precursor for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and specialty chemicals where the trimethylcyclohexenone moiety is required.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of advanced polymeric materials with specific optical or thermal properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological chemistry research for studying novel reaction pathways, such as cycloadditions and conjugate additions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetonitrile, (2,6,6-Trimethyl-4-Oxo-2-Cyclohexen-1-Ylidene)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	183474-68-2
Molecular Formula	C11H15NO
Molecular Weight	177.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(2,6,6-Trimethyl-4-oxocyclohex-2-en-1-ylidene)acetonitrile; 2-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-4-oxo-2-cyclohexen-1-ylidene)acetonitrile; 4-Oxo-2,6,6-trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-ylideneacetonitrile; Acetonitrile, [(2,6,6-trimethyl-4-oxo-2-cyclohexen-1-ylidene)]-; (2,6,6-Trimethyl-4-oxo-2-cyclohexenylidene)acetonitrile
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Quality Control

Our production of Acetonitrile, (2,6,6-Trimethyl-4-Oxo-2-Cyclohexen-1-Ylidene)- (9Ci) adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and GC-MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to the potential sensitivity of the conjugated enone system, prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures or strong light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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