Description

Mandelonitrile is a versatile organic nitrile compound, serving as a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. Its significance lies in its bifunctional structure, containing both a nitrile and a hydroxyl group, which allows for diverse chemical transformations. This product is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries, where it is used to construct complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral building block for the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including certain analgesics and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of certain pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its nitrile functionality.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying cyanohydrin chemistry and asymmetric synthesis pathways.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Utilized in the development of chiral catalysts and ligands for enantioselective reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mandelonitrile
CAS No.	532-28-5
Molecular Formula	C8H7NO
Molecular Weight	133.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzaldehyde cyanohydrin; α-Hydroxybenzeneacetonitrile; (RS)-Mandelonitrile; DL-Mandelonitrile; Phenylglycolonitrile; Amygdalin nitrile; 2-Hydroxy-2-phenylacetonitrile; Benzaldehyde, cyanohydrin
EINECS	208-536-5

Quality Control

Our Mandelonitrile is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if applicable)	Contact for details

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