Description

4-Cyanophenyl-4'-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both cyano and benzoate functional groups, makes it an essential intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This product is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and liquid crystal industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a biphenyl-like core.
• Liquid Crystal Material Precursor: Used in the synthesis of advanced liquid crystal compounds for display technologies (LCDs), where its molecular rigidity and polarity are advantageous.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and high-performance engineering plastics requiring specific thermal or optical properties.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated as a component or precursor in the development of organic semiconductors and photoconductive materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in organic synthesis, methodology development, and catalysis studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Cyanophenyl-4'-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	32792-42-0
Molecular Formula	C15H11NO2
Molecular Weight	237.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Methyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile 4-carboxylate; 4-Cyanobiphenyl-4'-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; 4'-Methylbiphenyl-4-carbonitrile 4-carboxylate; p-Cyanophenyl p-Methylbenzoate; 4-(4-Cyanophenyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 4'-(4-Cyanophenyl)benzoate; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile, 4'-methyl-, 4-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Cyanophenyl-4'-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and commercial synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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