Description

2-(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)Benzonitrile is a specialized aromatic nitrile compound with a distinct biphenyl structure, serving as a high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture, featuring a benzonitrile core substituted with a dimethylphenyl group, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is utilized in the creation of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific steric and electronic properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in organometallic chemistry to create specialized ligands for catalytic systems, including cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate in the production of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, or advanced polymers where the nitrile and aromatic groups contribute to desired electronic characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry programs and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	1355247-46-9
Molecular Formula	C15H13N
Molecular Weight	207.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)benzonitrile; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-carbonitrile, 3',5'-dimethyl-; 3',5'-Dimethyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-2-carbonitrile; 2-(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)phenyl cyanide; m,m'-Dimethyl-2-cyanobiphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis workflows.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

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