Description

4-(3-Cyanophenyl)Benzyl Alcohol is a versatile aromatic alcohol derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both a benzyl alcohol and a benzonitrile moiety, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly for molecules targeting the central nervous system or acting as kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its aromatic backbone.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds due to its rigid, conjugated structure.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier in the production of specialty polymers, enhancing properties like thermal stability or adhesion.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck reactions, and for introducing functional groups in complex molecule assembly.
• Chemical Research & Development: A standard reagent in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies and the exploration of new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3-Cyanophenyl)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	253678-85-2
Molecular Formula	C14H11NO
Molecular Weight	209.24 g/mol
Synonyms	[3-(Hydroxymethyl)phenyl]benzonitrile; 3-Cyanobenzyl Alcohol, 4-substituted; 4-(3-Cyanophenyl)benzenemethanol; 1-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-(3-cyanophenyl)benzene; Benzonitrile, 3-[(hydroxymethyl)phenyl]-; (3-Cyanophenyl)(4-hydroxymethylphenyl); 3-Cyanobenzylbenzyl Alcohol; 4-(m-Cyanophenyl)benzyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(3-Cyanophenyl)Benzyl Alcohol adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.