Description

α-Propylphenylacetonitrile is a versatile organic nitrile compound, serving as a crucial intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its phenylacetonitrile core, which is amenable to further functionalization, making it essential for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing phenethylamine or arylacetic acid frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the nitrile group acts as a precursor to amides, acids, or heterocycles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the preparation of dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers requiring specific aromatic nitrile functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new carbon-carbon bond formation reactions and catalytic processes.
• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: Potential use in the controlled synthesis of aromatic compounds for fragrance applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Propylphenylacetonitrile
CAS No.	5558-78-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₃N
Molecular Weight	159.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenylpentanenitrile; α-Propylbenzeneacetonitrile; Benzeneacetonitrile, α-propyl-; (Phenyl)(propyl)acetonitrile; 2-Phenylvaleronitrile; Phenylpropylacetonitrile; α-Propyl-α-tolunitrile; 1-Cyano-1-phenylbutane
EINECS	226-919-5

Quality Control

Our α-Propylphenylacetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR analysis, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and potential contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.510 - 1.520
Density (20°C)	0.95 - 0.98 g/mL

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