Description

2-(4-(tert-Pentyl)Phenyl)Acetonitrile (Wxc02191) is a specialized organic nitrile building block with the CAS registry number 200725-68-4. This compound is valued for its unique sterically hindered aromatic structure, which makes it a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors seeking to introduce specific functional groups or create novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring a bulky, lipophilic arylacetonitrile moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the tert-pentylphenyl group can influence biological activity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Advanced Material Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers or additives for high-performance polymers and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block for academic and industrial research exploring new organic reactions and heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-(tert-Pentyl)Phenyl)Acetonitrile (Wxc02191)
CAS No.	200725-68-4
Molecular Formula	C13H17N
Molecular Weight	187.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-(1,1-Dimethylpropyl)phenyl)acetonitrile; 2-(4-tert-Pentylphenyl)acetonitrile; (4-(tert-Pentyl)phenyl)acetonitrile; 2-(p-(1,1-Dimethylpropyl)phenyl)acetonitrile; α-(4-tert-Pentylphenyl)acetonitrile; WXC02191; 200725-68-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-(tert-Pentyl)Phenyl)Acetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 oxidizers, 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	≤ 20 ppm

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