Description

3-Cyanophenyl Butyrate is a versatile organic ester compound featuring a cyano functional group attached to a phenyl ring. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable chemical intermediate and building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and industrial applications. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a cyanophenyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material for developing advanced organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and polarizable structure.
• Polymer Modification: Employed in the production of specialty polymers and resins to introduce specific functional groups that alter material properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial organic chemistry for constructing complex molecular frameworks.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialized colorants and photographic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cyanophenyl Butyrate
CAS No.	29052-09-3
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO2
Molecular Weight	189.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyric Acid 3-Cyanophenyl Ester; m-Cyanophenyl Butyrate; 3-Cyanophenyl Butanoate; 3-(Cyanophenyl) Butyrate; Butanoic Acid, 3-Cyanophenyl Ester; m-Cyanophenol Butyrate; 3-Hydroxybenzonitrile Butyrate Ester; Benzonitrile, 3-(butyryloxy)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Cyanophenyl Butyrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
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 (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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