Description

2-Methoxybenzoylacetonitrile is a versatile aromatic ketone derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both a methoxy-substituted benzoyl group and a reactive nitrile, makes it valuable for constructing complex molecular frameworks. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those with benzofuran or chromone scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactivity for heterocycle formation.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals requiring specific aromatic substitution patterns.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of novel polymers with specialized optical or electronic properties.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in organic chemistry laboratories for methodological studies, including cyclization and condensation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxybenzoylacetonitrile
CAS No.	35276-83-6
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO2
Molecular Weight	175.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxybenzoylacetonitrile; 3-Oxo-3-(2-methoxyphenyl)propanenitrile; 2-Methoxyphenacyl cyanide; (2-Methoxybenzoyl)acetonitrile; o-Methoxybenzoylacetonitrile; 2-Methoxy-ω-cyanacetophenone; Acetonitrile, (2-methoxybenzoyl)-; 2-Methoxybenzoylmethyl cyanide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxybenzoylacetonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC chromatograms and spectroscopic profiles (NMR, IR). A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment and is available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

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%

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