Description

2-(4-Cyanophenyl)-2-Methylpropanoic Acid is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a cyano-substituted aromatic ring and a tertiary carboxylic acid group. This compound matters as a versatile building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where the cyano and carboxylic acid functionalities are crucial for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing aromatic derivatives used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with enhanced thermal or mechanical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including coupling reactions and functional group transformations.
• Coordination Chemistry Ligand: The carboxylic acid group can act as a binding site for metal ions, useful in catalyst design or metal-organic framework (MOF) construction.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Cyanophenyl)-2-Methylpropanoic Acid
CAS No.	1000804-51-2
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO2
Molecular Weight	189.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Cyanophenyl)-2-methylpropionic acid; 4-Cyano-α,α-dimethylbenzeneacetic acid; p-Cyano-α,α-dimethylphenylacetic acid; 2-Methyl-2-(4-cyanophenyl)propanoic acid; 2-(4-Cyanophenyl)-2-methylpropanoate (ion); 1000804-51-2; α,α-Dimethyl-4-cyanobenzeneacetic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Cyanophenyl)-2-Methylpropanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding applications in pharmaceutical and advanced chemical synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent absorption of moisture, which may affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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