Description

Cyclohept-1-Enecarbonitrile CAS NO 20343-19-5 is a specialized seven-membered cyclic nitrile compound, serving as a valuable and versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique strained-ring structure and reactive nitrile functional group make it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to innovate new active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing seven-membered carbocyclic or heterocyclic ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive site for derivatization.
• Advanced Material Monomer: Serves as a specialty monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-performance polymers and resins with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for cycloaddition reactions, ring-expansion strategies, and the introduction of nitrile functionality into complex molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing novel ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as an intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohept-1-Enecarbonitrile
CAS No.	20343-19-5
Molecular Formula	C8H11N
Molecular Weight	121.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cycloheptene-1-carbonitrile; Cyclohept-1-ene-1-carbonitrile; 1-Cyano-1-cycloheptene; 1-Cycloheptenecarbonitrile; 1-Cycloheptenyl cyanide; (Cyclohept-1-en-1-yl)methanenitrile; 1-Cycloheptene-1-nitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cyclohept-1-Enecarbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to meet precise customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	Contact for details
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	Contact for details

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