Description

2-[(4-Ethynylphenyl)Methylamino]-Acetonitrile is a specialized fine chemical building block featuring a unique molecular architecture combining an acetonitrile moiety with an ethynylphenylmethylamino group. This compound matters as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly valuable for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical research and material science. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as drug discovery, ligand synthesis, and the development of novel polymers or electronic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting neurological disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its structural motif for bioactivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of advanced polymers, resins, and conductive materials.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and cellular pathways.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and scale-up process optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(4-Ethynylphenyl)Methylamino]-Acetonitrile
CAS No.	1190129-79-3
Molecular Formula	C11H10N2
Molecular Weight	170.21 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methyl-N-(4-ethynylphenyl)glycinonitrile; 2-[Methyl(4-ethynylphenyl)amino]acetonitrile; (4-Ethynylphenyl)(methyl)aminoacetonitrile; N-Methyl-N-(4-ethynylbenzyl)aminoacetonitrile; Glycinonitrile, N-methyl-N-(4-ethynylphenyl)-; 2-[(4-Ethynylphenyl)-N-methylamino]acetonitrile
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-[(4-Ethynylphenyl)Methylamino]-Acetonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with exacting industry standards and customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.