Description

(4-Formyl-2-Methoxy-Phenoxy)-Acetonitrile is a versatile and high-value aromatic nitrile building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive formyl and nitrile groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific aromatic substitution patterns.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and cyclization techniques.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of monomers for advanced polymers or organic electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Formyl-2-Methoxy-Phenoxy)-Acetonitrile
CAS No.	342592-62-5
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO3
Molecular Weight	191.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Vanillin Acetonitrile Derivative; 2-(4-Formyl-2-methoxyphenoxy)acetonitrile; 4-Formyl-2-methoxyphenoxyacetonitrile; (4-Formyl-2-methoxyphenoxy)acetonitrile; Acetonitrile, (4-formyl-2-methoxyphenoxy)-; 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde cyanomethyl ether; 5-Formyl-2-methoxyphenoxyacetonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4-Formyl-2-Methoxy-Phenoxy)-Acetonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes 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 and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

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%
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.