Description

3-Methylcyclohexanecarbonitrile is a versatile alicyclic nitrile compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a nitrile group on a substituted cyclohexane ring, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific stereochemistry and functionality. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring a functionalized cyclohexane scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on cyclization reactions, hydrogenation, and nitrile transformation chemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Starting material for creating chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce nitrile functionality into polymer chains to alter material properties like solvent resistance and thermal stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylcyclohexanecarbonitrile
CAS No.	38857-62-4
Molecular Formula	C8H13N
Molecular Weight	123.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylcyclohexanecarbonitrile; 3-Methylcyclohexyl cyanide; (3-Methylcyclohexyl)nitrile; 3-Methyl-1-cyanocyclohexane; Cyclohexanecarbonitrile, 3-methyl-; 38857-62-4
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methylcyclohexanecarbonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity, consistency, and traceability. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use in regulated synthesis applications.

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	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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