Description

2'-Formyl-Biphenyl-4-Carbonitrile is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block. This compound is valued for its versatile reactivity, featuring both a formyl and a nitrile group on a biphenyl scaffold, making it a critical intermediate in advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry, enabling structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2'-Formyl-Biphenyl-4-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	199939-26-9
Molecular Formula	C14H9NO
Molecular Weight	207.23 g/mol
Synonyms	[4-Cyano-[1,1'-biphenyl]-2-yl]methanal; 2-Formyl-4'-cyanobiphenyl; 4'-Cyano-2-formylbiphenyl; 2-Formylbiphenyl-4-carbonitrile; Biphenyl-2-carbaldehyde-4-carbonitrile; 4-Cyanobiphenyl-2-carboxaldehyde; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-carboxaldehyde, 4'-cyano-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2'-Formyl-Biphenyl-4-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

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.