Description

3-Methyl-2-Phenylhexanenitrile is a versatile chiral nitrile building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a phenyl group and a nitrile functionality on an asymmetric carbon, makes it a valuable precursor for the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and fine chemicals. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing active molecules with specific stereochemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific enantiomeric purity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the nitrile group serves as a versatile handle for further chemical transformations.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis to control stereoselectivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances that require complex, branched alkyl-aryl architectures.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable compound for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including new C-C bond formation and nitrile transformation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-2-Phenylhexanenitrile
CAS No.	26887-10-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₉N
Molecular Weight	201.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenyl-3-methylhexanenitrile; (±)-3-Methyl-2-phenylhexanenitrile; α-Methyl-α-phenylvaleronitrile; Hexanenitrile, 3-methyl-2-phenyl-; 3-Methyl-2-phenylcapronitrile; 2-Phenyl-3-methylcapronitrile; (RS)-3-Methyl-2-phenylhexanenitrile; DL-3-Methyl-2-phenylhexanenitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-2-Phenylhexanenitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing purity, enantiomeric excess (if applicable), and impurity profile is supplied with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (if specified)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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