Description

o-(Diphenylphosphino)Benzonitrile is a versatile and highly valuable organophosphorus ligand and synthetic intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both a phosphine donor and a nitrile acceptor group, makes it a critical component in advanced catalytic systems and fine chemical synthesis. This compound is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new catalytic processes and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: A key ligand in transition metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Sonogashira) for C-C and C-X bond formation.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug molecules requiring precise stereochemical control.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where efficient catalytic steps are essential.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for functionalized polymers and advanced materials with specific electronic or catalytic properties.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Utilized in the development of chiral catalysts for the production of enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Chemical Research: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new catalytic methodologies and reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-(Diphenylphosphino)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	34825-99-5
Molecular Formula	C19H14NP
Molecular Weight	287.30 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Cyanophenyl)diphenylphosphine; 2-(Diphenylphosphino)benzonitrile; o-Cyanophenyldiphenylphosphine; 2-Diphenylphosphanylbenzonitrile; Phosphine, (2-cyanophenyl)diphenyl-; o-Diphenylphosphanylbenzonitrile; 2-(DPP)benzonitrile
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Quality Control

Our o-(Diphenylphosphino)Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee reliable performance in your sensitive applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This compound is easily oxidized and moisture-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	105 - 110 °C
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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