Description

4-n-Hexylbenzonitrile is a versatile organic nitrile compound featuring a linear hexyl chain attached to a benzonitrile core. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for the construction of more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. Its properties are leveraged in applications ranging from liquid crystal development to specialty polymer synthesis. Industries requiring high-purity chemical intermediates for advanced material science and fine chemical manufacturing are the primary users of this product.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Acts as a precursor or a mesogenic component in the production of liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polymer chains to alter physical properties such as flexibility, thermal stability, or solubility.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in various name reactions, including cyanation and cross-coupling reactions, to introduce functional groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-n-Hexylbenzonitrile
CAS No.	29147-95-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₇N
Molecular Weight	187.28 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hexylbenzonitrile; p-Hexylbenzonitrile; 4-Cyanophenylhexane; 1-(4-Cyanophenyl)hexane; Benzonitrile, 4-hexyl-; p-n-Hexylbenzonitrile; Hexylbenzonitrile; 4-n-Hexylphenyl cyanide
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Quality Control

Our 4-n-Hexylbenzonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurities is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.