Description

4-Hydroxy-3,5-Dimethyl-Benzenecarbonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative characterized by its phenolic hydroxyl group and strategically placed methyl substituents. This compound serves as a critical high-purity chemical intermediate for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in advanced material and pharmaceutical research. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable building blocks for drug discovery and functional material development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzonitrile core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Used in the development of novel organic electronic materials due to its rigid, substituted aromatic structure.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for synthesizing complex azo dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Chemical Research & Development: Versatile starting material for organic synthesis, including coupling reactions and heterocycle formation.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-3,5-Dimethyl-Benzenecarbonitrile
CAS No.	4198-90-7
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO
Molecular Weight	147.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dimethyl-4-hydroxybenzonitrile; 4-Cyano-2,6-dimethylphenol; 2,6-Dimethyl-4-cyanophenol; 4-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethylbenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethyl-; 3,5-Xylen-4-ol, 1-cyano-; 1-Cyano-3,5-dimethyl-4-hydroxybenzene
EINECS	224-099-7

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Hydroxy-3,5-Dimethyl-Benzenecarbonitrile adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting industry and customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided as a standard commitment to supply chain transparency and reliability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	145 - 149 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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