Description

4-Biphenylacetonitrile is a versatile organic nitrile compound that serves as a crucial intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its biphenyl-acetonitrile structure makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This product is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system disorders and inflammation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging the biphenyl moiety for biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a foundational unit for constructing advanced organic electronic materials, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create specialized ligands for transition metal catalysts used in cross-coupling and other fine chemical reactions.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce aromaticity and nitrile functionality into polymers, enhancing thermal stability and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex polycyclic aromatic systems and heterocycles via cyano-group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Biphenylacetonitrile
CAS No.	31603-77-7
Molecular Formula	C14H11N
Molecular Weight	193.24 g/mol
Synonyms	[4-(Phenylmethyl)phenyl]acetonitrile; 4-Benzylphenylacetonitrile; p-Biphenylacetonitrile; (4-Benzylphenyl)acetonitrile; 4-(Phenylmethyl)benzenecetonitrile; 4-Biphenylylacetonitrile; (4-Biphenylyl)acetonitrile; p-(Phenylmethyl)phenylacetonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Biphenylacetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, and we support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance. Keep away from incompatible materials such as 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%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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