Description

2,2-Diphenylcyclopropanecarbonitrile is a specialized organic compound featuring a cyclopropane ring substituted with two phenyl groups and a nitrile functionality. This unique structure makes it a valuable high-purity intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical research and development organizations and fine chemical manufacturers for creating novel active ingredients and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its rigid, three-membered ring structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with enhanced thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex, sterically hindered molecules via cyclopropanation and other reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of chiral ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Diphenylcyclopropanecarbonitrile
CAS No.	30932-41-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₃N
Molecular Weight	219.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Diphenylcyclopropanecarbonitrile; 2,2-Diphenylcyclopropanenitrile; α-Phenyl-α-(2-cyanocyclopropyl)benzene; Cyclopropanecarbonitrile, 2,2-diphenyl-; 2,2-Diphenylcyclopropyl cyanide; (2,2-Diphenylcyclopropyl)carbonitrile; NSC 163045
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,2-Diphenylcyclopropanecarbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
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	≤ 10 ppm

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