Description

2-(2-tert-Butylphenoxy)Acetonitrile is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a sterically hindered phenoxy group linked to an acetonitrile moiety. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing complex molecules, particularly in the development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring sterically hindered ether linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for high-performance polymers, such as polyethers and polyacrylonitriles with enhanced stability.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to multistep synthetic routes for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A versatile reagent for methodological studies and exploring new chemical reactions in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-tert-Butylphenoxy)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	202821-16-7
Molecular Formula	C12H15NO
Molecular Weight	189.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-tert-Butylphenoxy)acetonitrile; Acetonitrile, 2-(2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenoxy)-; 2-(2-(tert-Butyl)phenoxy)acetonitrile; 2-tert-Butylphenoxyacetonitrile; o-tert-Butylphenoxyacetonitrile; 2-(2-tert-butylphenoxy)ethanenitrile; (2-tert-Butylphenoxy)acetonitrile
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(2-tert-Butylphenoxy)Acetonitrile is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting batch-specific results are available upon request.

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, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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