Description

2-(4-Benzoylphenyl)-2-Phenylacetonitrile is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzophenone core linked to a phenylacetonitrile moiety. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecules with specific photochemical or electronic properties. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for applications in photoinitiators, liquid crystals, and pharmaceutical active ingredient synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Photoinitiator Precursor: Used in the development of high-performance UV-curable resins, inks, and coatings for industrial applications.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a core structural component in the synthesis of nematic and smectic liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Research: Investigated as a potential electron-transport or host material in the development of next-generation OLED devices.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions and cyano-group chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Benzoylphenyl)-2-Phenylacetonitrile
CAS No.	338791-77-8
Molecular Formula	C21H15NO
Molecular Weight	297.35 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Benzoylphenyl)-2-phenylacetonitrile; 2-Phenyl-2-[4-(phenylcarbonyl)phenyl]acetonitrile; α-Phenyl-4-benzoylbenzeneacetonitrile; (4-Benzoylphenyl)(phenyl)acetonitrile; 2-(4-Benzoylphenyl)-2-phenylethanenitrile; Desoxybenzoin cyanohydrin derivative; 4-Benzoyldiphenylacetonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(4-Benzoylphenyl)-2-Phenylacetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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