Description

4-Benzoyl-3-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzonitrile is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a benzoyl group and a hydroxymethyl benzonitrile scaffold. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material 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: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in kinase inhibitor and CNS drug research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides and fungicides with specific targeting properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a core structure for creating advanced organic electronic materials and display components.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce photoactive or cross-linking functionalities into specialty polymer chains.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable scaffold for medicinal chemistry and material science exploration in academic and industrial labs.
• Custom Synthesis Starting Material: Supplied for contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs) requiring high-purity, complex intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Benzoyl-3-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	1346603-35-7
Molecular Formula	C15H11NO2
Molecular Weight	237.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-benzoylbenzonitrile; 4-Benzoyl-3-(hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carbonitrile, 4'-benzoyl-3'- (hydroxymethyl)-; 4'-Benzoyl-3'-(hydroxymethyl)-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carbonitrile
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Quality Control

Our 4-Benzoyl-3-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full batch traceability are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.