Description

Benzenepropanenitrile, 4-Methyl- is a specialized aromatic nitrile derivative, serving as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic backbone for constructing complex molecules, enabling the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific functional groups into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted phenylpropionitrile moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its nitrile group can be further transformed into amides, acids, or heterocycles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials due to its aromatic structure and modifiable functional group.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Employed in the manufacture of complex dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new carbon-carbon bond formation and cyano-group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenepropanenitrile, 4-Methyl-
CAS No.	32327-69-8
Molecular Formula	C10H11N
Molecular Weight	145.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylbenzenepropanenitrile; 3-(4-Methylphenyl)propanenitrile; 4-Methylhydrocinnamomitrile; (4-Methylphenyl)propionitrile; p-Methylphenylpropionitrile; 3-(p-Tolyl)propionitrile; p-Tolylpropionitrile; 4-Methyl-β-phenylpropionitrile
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Quality Control

Our Benzenepropanenitrile, 4-Methyl- is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

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 acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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