Description

1-(4-Methylbenzyl)-2-Oxo-4-Phenyl-1,2-Dihydro-3-Pyridinecarbonitrile is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate belonging to the pyridinecarbonitrile class of heterocyclic compounds. This compound is valued for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its specific molecular architecture enables targeted therapeutic effects. It is primarily required by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new drug candidates and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthetic precursor in the research and production of novel drug molecules, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing advanced crop protection agents and pesticides with specific modes of action.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for constructing complex molecular libraries and studying structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a potential monomer or additive for creating specialized polymers and functional materials with unique electronic or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Methylbenzyl)-2-Oxo-4-Phenyl-1,2-Dihydro-3-Pyridinecarbonitrile
CAS No.	478080-26-1
Molecular Formula	C20H16N2O
Molecular Weight	300.36 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[(4-Methylphenyl)methyl]-2-oxo-4-phenyl-1,2-dihydro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile; 3-Cyano-1-(4-methylbenzyl)-2-oxo-4-phenyl-1,2-dihydropyridine; 1-(4-Methylbenzyl)-2-oxo-4-phenyl-1,2-dihydro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile; 4-Phenyl-1-(4-methylbenzyl)-2-oxo-1,2-dihydro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile; 1,2-Dihydro-1-(4-methylbenzyl)-2-oxo-4-phenyl-3-pyridinecarbonitrile
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-(4-Methylbenzyl)-2-Oxo-4-Phenyl-1,2-Dihydro-3-Pyridinecarbonitrile adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The material is characterized and tested using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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