Description

3-Ethylbenzonitrile is a versatile organic nitrile compound serving as a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic core with a reactive cyano group, enabling the construction of complex molecules for high-value applications. This intermediate is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing benzonitrile or ethyl-substituted aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the ethyl and nitrile functionalities contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Functional Material Precursor: Employed in the research and development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a versatile intermediate for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other specialty aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethylbenzonitrile
CAS No.	34136-57-7
Molecular Formula	C9H9N
Molecular Weight	131.18 g/mol
Synonyms	m-Ethylbenzonitrile; 3-Ethylphenyl cyanide; Benzonitrile, 3-ethyl-; 1-Cyano-3-ethylbenzene; m-Ethylphenyl cyanide; 3-Cyanophenylethane; (3-Ethylphenyl)carbonitrile
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Quality Control

Our 3-Ethylbenzonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%

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