Description

2-Cyanobenzyl Acetate is a versatile aromatic ester building block characterized by its cyano and acetate functional groups. This compound is valued in fine chemical synthesis for its reactivity, serving as a key intermediate in the production of more complex molecules. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with benzylamine or benzoic acid derivative backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the cyanobenzyl moiety is incorporated into the final product structure.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Serves as a building block for creating specialized organic compounds used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers, where it can introduce cyano groups to alter material properties like polarity and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex aromatic esters, nitriles, and other derivatives.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the production of certain high-performance dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyanobenzyl Acetate
CAS No.	38866-59-0
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO2
Molecular Weight	175.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Acetoxymethyl)benzonitrile; (2-Cyanophenyl)methyl acetate; o-Cyanobenzyl acetate; Benzonitrile, 2-(acetoxymethyl)-; Acetic acid 2-cyanobenzyl ester; α-Acetoxy-o-tolunitrile
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Quality Control

Our 2-Cyanobenzyl Acetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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