Description

Benzophenoncyanhydrin CAS NO 4746-48-9 is a specialized organic compound that serves as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both benzophenone and cyanohydrin functional groups, makes it valuable for synthesizing more complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial-scale chemical synthesis operations in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a benzophenone core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the creation of specialty chemicals, including dyes, pigments, and photoinitiators.
• UV Absorber & Stabilizer Precursor: Acts as a starting material for compounds used to protect polymers and coatings from ultraviolet light degradation.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new carbon-carbon bond formation and cyanohydrin chemistry.
• Polymer Additive Development: Utilized in the synthesis of monomers or additives that impart specific properties to polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzophenoncyanhydrin
CAS No.	4746-48-9
Molecular Formula	C15H11NO2
Molecular Weight	237.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzophenone cyanohydrin; 2-Hydroxy-2-phenyl-1-(phenyl)acetonitrile; α-Hydroxy-α-phenylbenzeneacetonitrile; Diphenylglycolic acid nitrile; 2-Hydroxy-2,2-diphenylacetonitrile; Benzoylphenyl cyanohydrin; (Hydroxy)(diphenyl)acetonitrile
EINECS	225-267-8

Quality Control

Our Benzophenoncyanhydrin is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, and we support compliance with global regulatory frameworks including REACH.

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). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. 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

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