Description

4,4-Diphenylbutyronitrile is a versatile organic nitrile compound with a diphenyl backbone, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure makes it a valuable precursor for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and material science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with diphenyl structural motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing organic semiconductors and liquid crystal compounds for electronic displays.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty resins and engineering plastics.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and novel compound synthesis in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4-Diphenylbutyronitrile
CAS No.	22156-48-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₅N
Molecular Weight	221.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4-Diphenylbutanenitrile; γ-Phenylbenzenepropanenitrile; 4-Cyano-1,1-diphenylbutane; 4,4-Diphenylbutyronitrile; Butyronitrile, 4,4-diphenyl-; 1,1-Diphenyl-4-cyanobutane; Benzenepropanenitrile, γ-phenyl-; Diphenylbutyronitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4-Diphenylbutyronitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to confirm identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients in regulated industries.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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