Description

4-Methylbenzyl Cyanide is a versatile aromatic nitrile compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive benzylic and cyano functional groups, enabling the construction of complex molecular frameworks. This intermediate is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop active ingredients and specialty compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including antihistamines, anti-inflammatory agents, and other therapeutic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, contributing to crop protection solutions.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for dyes, pigments, perfumery chemicals, and other specialty organic products.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or intermediate in the creation of advanced materials with specific optical or mechanical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic routes and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylbenzyl Cyanide
CAS No.	2947-61-7
Molecular Formula	C9H9N
Molecular Weight	131.18 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Methylbenzyl Cyanide; (4-Methylphenyl)acetonitrile; 4-Methylphenylacetonitrile; p-Tolylacetonitrile; (p-Tolyl)acetonitrile; α-Cyano-p-xylene; 2-(4-Methylphenyl)acetonitrile; 2947-61-7
EINECS	220-955-5

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylbenzyl Cyanide is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including identity confirmation by IR and NMR, and purity determination by GC or HPLC. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available for every batch upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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