Description

4-(4-Nitrophenyl)-4-Oxobutanenitrile is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a nitrophenyl ketone moiety linked to a nitrile functional group. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical compounds. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing nitrogen heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Potential building block for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in electronic displays.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for creating novel chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Academic and Industrial Research: Employed in methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Nitrophenyl)-4-Oxobutanenitrile
CAS No.	34555-38-9
Molecular Formula	C10H8N2O3
Molecular Weight	204.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Nitrophenyl)-4-oxobutyronitrile; 4-Oxo-4-(4-nitrophenyl)butanenitrile; 4-(p-Nitrophenyl)-4-oxobutanenitrile; 4-(4-Nitrophenyl)-4-oxobutyronitrile; 4-Nitrobenzoylacetonitrile; p-Nitrobenzoylacetonitrile; γ-Oxo-p-nitrobenzenebutanenitrile; Butanenitrile, 4-(4-nitrophenyl)-4-oxo-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Nitrophenyl)-4-Oxobutanenitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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