Description

2-Phenylacrylonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile monomer characterized by its reactive vinyl and cyano functional groups. This compound is a crucial building block in the synthesis of specialty polymers, pharmaceuticals, and advanced organic materials. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer chemistry sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a monomer for creating specialty polymers, including adhesives, coatings, and high-performance resins.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, Michael additions, and other cyclization processes to construct complex molecular frameworks.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in liquid crystals, nonlinear optical materials, and other advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Crosslinking Agent: Utilized to introduce crosslinks in polymer systems to enhance thermal and mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenylacrylonitrile
CAS No.	495-10-3
Molecular Formula	C9H7N
Molecular Weight	129.16 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Phenylacrylonitrile; Atroponitrile; 2-Phenyl-2-propenenitrile; (Phenylvinyl)acetonitrile; Cinnamyl nitrile; Cinnamal cyanide; Cinnamontrile; Styryl cyanide
EINECS	207-803-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Phenylacrylonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, 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 away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.580 - 1.590
Density (20°C)	1.00 - 1.05 g/mL

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