Description

m-Tolyloxyacetonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactive nitrile group and the m-tolyloxy moiety, which enable its use in constructing complex molecules for high-value applications. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for synthesizing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, including heterocyclic compounds and bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging the phenoxy and nitrile functionalities.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced resins.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes, pigments, and colorants.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic systems.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	m-Tolyloxyacetonitrile
CAS No.	50635-22-8
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO
Molecular Weight	147.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylphenoxyacetonitrile; (3-Methylphenoxy)acetonitrile; m-Cresoxyacetonitrile; 2-(3-Methylphenoxy)acetonitrile; Acetonitrile, (3-methylphenoxy)-; 3-Methylphenyloxyacetonitrile; Phenoxyacetonitrile, 3-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our m-Tolyloxyacetonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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