Description

Benzonitrile, 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)- (9Ci) is a specialized aromatic nitrile derivative functionalized with a hydrophilic ethoxyethanol side chain. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable versatile intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in advanced material and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries where precise molecular modification is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring ether-linked side chains for enhanced solubility or bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging the benzonitrile core.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Acts as a starting material for creating advanced organic electronic materials due to its aromaticity and modifiable functional groups.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce polar, ether-containing side chains into polymers to alter physical properties like flexibility, adhesion, or compatibility.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: The nitrile group can participate in various metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) to construct complex biaryl systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research exploring new synthetic methodologies and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzonitrile, 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	313655-45-7
Molecular Formula	C10H11NO2
Molecular Weight	177.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)benzonitrile; 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)phenyl cyanide; 1-(2-Cyanophenoxy)-2-ethanol; 2-Cyanophenyl 2-hydroxyethyl ether; Glycol 2-cyanophenyl ether; o-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)benzonitrile; [2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)phenyl]carbonitrile
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Quality Control

Our Benzonitrile, 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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