Description

Aprofene is a specialized organic chemical compound with the CAS registry number 2589-00-6. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and functional material in advanced chemical synthesis, offering precise reactivity for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and high-performance resins.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for method development and exploratory synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other complex organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aprofene
CAS No.	2589-00-6
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO2
Molecular Weight	163.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acetylbenzonitrile; 2-Acetylbenzenecarbonitrile; o-Acetylbenzonitrile; 2-Cyanophenylethanone; Methyl 2-cyanophenyl ketone; 1-(2-Cyanophenyl)ethanone; Aprofene (Trade Name); α-Oxo-o-tolunitrile
EINECS	219-977-5

Quality Control

Our Aprofene CAS 2589-00-6 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	78 - 82 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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