Description

3-Phenoxypropionitrile is a versatile organic nitrile compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a phenoxy ether linkage and a reactive nitrile group, makes it a valuable intermediate for the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and development laboratories, fine chemical manufacturers, and agrochemical formulators seeking reliable and consistent raw materials for their processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a phenoxypropylamine or related backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where it acts as a core moiety for constructing active molecules.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or intermediate for producing specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials with specific optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cyanoethylation reactions and as a starting material for generating carboxylic acids, amides, and heterocycles via nitrile transformation.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel chemical entities.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of certain specialty dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Phenoxypropionitrile
CAS No.	3055-86-5
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO
Molecular Weight	147.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Phenoxypropionitrile; Phenoxypropionitrile; 3-Phenoxypropanenitrile; β-Phenoxypropionitrile; 2-(Phenoxymethyl)acetonitrile; NSC 406106; 3-Phenoxy-propionitril; 3-Fenoxypropionitril
EINECS	221-289-9

Quality Control

Our 3-Phenoxypropionitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by IR and NMR, purity determination by GC/HPLC, and control of key impurities. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to ensure compliance with your specifications and regulatory requirements.

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 bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.5180 - 1.5220
Density (g/mL at 25°C)	1.08 - 1.12

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