Description

3-Butylbenzonitrile is a versatile organic nitrile compound, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the combination of a benzonitrile core with a flexible butyl chain, making it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring substituted benzonitrile motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the nitrile group acts as a versatile chemical handle.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Serves as a building block for mesogenic compounds used in display technologies and other electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for constructing complex organic frameworks in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and pigments, leveraging the aromatic nitrile structure.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Butylbenzonitrile
CAS No.	20651-74-5
Molecular Formula	C11H13N
Molecular Weight	159.23 g/mol
Synonyms	m-Butylbenzonitrile; 3-n-Butylbenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 3-butyl-; m-n-Butylbenzonitrile; 1-(3-Cyanophenyl)butane; 3-Cyanobutylbenzene; (3-Butylphenyl)cyanide
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Quality Control

Our 3-Butylbenzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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