Description

4-(3-Hydroxyphenoxy)Benzonitrile is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a unique bifunctional structure combining a benzonitrile core with a hydroxyphenoxy substituent. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced synthetic chemistry, enabling the development of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and central nervous system (CNS) active compound research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging its phenolic and nitrile functionalities.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for creating advanced electronic materials, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-performance engineering plastics and specialty resins.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for synthesizing complex organic dyes and pigments with specific light-absorption properties.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and material science laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3-Hydroxyphenoxy)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	1183032-44-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₉NO₂
Molecular Weight	211.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(4-Cyanophenoxy)phenol; 4-(3-Hydroxyphenoxy)benzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 4-(3-hydroxyphenoxy)-; 3-Hydroxyphenyl 4-cyanophenyl ether; 4-Cyanophenyl 3-hydroxyphenyl ether; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-ol, 4'-cyano-; 4'-Cyano[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(3-Hydroxyphenoxy)Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be 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%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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