Description

4-(4-Formylphenoxy)Benzene-1,2-Dicarbonitrile is a high-purity aromatic compound featuring a formylphenoxy linker and two nitrile groups, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional molecular architecture makes it an essential precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functional polymers. This intermediate is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific modes of action.
• Functional Polymer & Material Science: Monomer or cross-linking agent for producing high-performance polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments, including those for optoelectronic applications.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex polycyclic aromatic and heteroaromatic compounds.
• Coordination Chemistry: Ligand precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic complexes due to its nitrile and aldehyde functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Formylphenoxy)Benzene-1,2-Dicarbonitrile
CAS No.	38791-59-2
Molecular Formula	C15H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	248.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Formylphenoxy)phthalonitrile; 4-(p-Formylphenoxy)phthalonitrile; 4-Formylphenyl 4,5-Dicyanophenyl Ether; 1,2-Dicyano-4-(4-formylphenoxy)benzene; 4,5-Dicyano-4'-formyldiphenyl Ether; Phthalonitrile, 4-(4-formylphenoxy)-; 4-(4-Carboxaldehydephenoxy)-1,2-benzenedicarbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Formylphenoxy)Benzene-1,2-Dicarbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.