Description

6-Phenylnaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile is a specialized aromatic nitrile compound that serves as a high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture, featuring a naphthalene core with phenyl and cyano substituents, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex, functionalized polycyclic systems. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors, particularly for developing novel organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Used as a core building block for electron-transport materials (ETMs) and host materials in emissive layers due to its rigid, planar structure.
• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): Serves as a foundational unit for synthesizing high-performance liquid crystal compounds with specific dielectric and optical anisotropy.
• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Materials: Employed in the development of non-fullerene acceptors (NFAs) and other photoactive layers for solar cell applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as an intermediate for creating new generations of herbicides and fungicides with enhanced efficacy.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Utilized in the production of high-performance pigments and fluorescent dyes for specialized applications.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions and cyano-group functionalization in polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Phenylnaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	358367-83-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₁N
Molecular Weight	229.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-6-phenylnaphthalene; 6-Phenyl-2-naphthonitrile; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-carbonitrile, 4'-cyano-; 4'-Cyano[1,1'-biphenyl]-2-carbonitrile; 2-(4-Cyanophenyl)naphthalene; 6-Phenyl-2-naphthalenecarbonitrile; NSC 221986; 6-Phenylnaphthalene-2-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Phenylnaphthalene-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity determination and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Custom synthesis and purification to meet specific client specifications (e.g., >99.0%, >99.5% HPLC) are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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