Description

1-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)Cyclopropanecarbonitrile is a specialized organic nitrile compound featuring a cyclopropane ring directly attached to an aromatic system. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable and versatile chemical intermediate for advanced synthesis in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical industry who require high-purity building blocks for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its rigid cyclopropane structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a building block for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic materials, including liquid crystals and polymers with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a core structure in the design of molecular probes and inhibitors for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)Cyclopropanecarbonitrile
CAS No.	186347-64-8
Molecular Formula	C12H13N
Molecular Weight	171.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)cyclopropanecarbonitrile; 3,4-Dimethylbenzenecyclopropanecarbonitrile; Cyclopropanecarbonitrile, 1-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)-; (3,4-Dimethylphenyl)cyclopropanecarbonitrile; 1-(3,4-Xylyl)cyclopropanecarbonitrile; 186347-64-8; CCRIS 9378
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Our standard grade typically meets a purity specification of ≥97% (by HPLC), with comprehensive identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profile is provided with each shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients' regulatory needs.

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 away from 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)	≥ 97.0%
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.