Description

4'-Acetyl[1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-Carbonitrile is a high-purity biphenyl derivative featuring both acetyl and nitrile functional groups, making it a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate. This compound is critical for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of complex molecules for pharmaceutical and material science applications. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds with biphenyl cores.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its structural complexity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor in the production of advanced organic electronic materials due to its rigid, conjugated biphenyl structure.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile intermediate for Suzuki-Miyaura and other cross-coupling reactions to create more complex biaryl systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel chemical entities.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-Acetyl[1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	253678-90-9
Molecular Formula	C15H11NO
Molecular Weight	221.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyano-4'-acetylbiphenyl; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carbonitrile, 4'-acetyl-; 4'-Acetylbiphenyl-3-carbonitrile; 3-(4-Acetylphenyl)benzonitrile; 4-Acetyl-3'-cyanobiphenyl; 4'-Acetyl-3-biphenylcarbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4'-Acetyl[1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and scale-up applications.

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 and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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%

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