Description

Cyclohexanecarbonitrile, 4-Oxo- is a versatile cyclic nitrile and ketone derivative, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a reactive scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This high-purity building block is essential for research and production chemists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking to introduce functionalized cyclohexane rings into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing functionalized cyclohexane or piperidine motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules in research and development laboratories.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialized polymers and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Cyclohexanecarbonitrile, 4-Oxo-
CAS No.	34916-10-4
Molecular Formula	C8H11NO
Molecular Weight	137.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Oxocyclohexanecarbonitrile; 4-Oxocyclohexanenitrile; 4-Ketocyclohexanecarbonitrile; 1-Cyano-4-oxocyclohexane; 4-Cyanocyclohexanone; 4-Oxo-1-cyclohexanecarbonitrile; Cyclohexanone-4-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cyclohexanecarbonitrile, 4-Oxo- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.