Description

3-(4-Nitrophenyl)Benzonitrile is a specialized aromatic nitrile compound featuring a nitrophenyl substituent, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure makes it a crucial building block for the development of more complex chemical architectures, particularly in advanced material and pharmaceutical research. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for synthesizing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that require a nitrile-functionalized core.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating conjugated systems and electron-accepting units in electronic display materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to construct biaryl systems for complex molecule assembly.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the production of specialized azo dyes or pigments where the nitrile and nitro groups modify color and stability properties.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or additive to introduce polar nitrile groups into polymer chains, enhancing material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Nitrophenyl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	1352318-54-7
Molecular Formula	C13H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	224.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-(4-Nitrophenyl)[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carbonitrile; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carbonitrile, 4'-nitro-; 3-(4-Nitro-phenyl)-benzonitrile; 4'-Nitro-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carbonitrile; 3-Cyano-4'-nitrobiphenyl; p-Nitrophenylbenzonitrile; 4-Nitrophenylbenzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-(4-Nitrophenyl)Benzonitrile is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.