Description

2,4-Dimethylbenzoylacetonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which provides a reactive platform for constructing complex heterocycles and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for creating heterocyclic cores prevalent in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific aromatic substitution patterns.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor for electron-transport materials and emissive layer components in display and lighting technologies.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Utilized to prepare chelating ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of specialized colorants and photographic chemicals.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new reaction pathways in organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dimethylbenzoylacetonitrile
CAS No.	53882-91-0
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO
Molecular Weight	173.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dimethylbenzoylacetonitrile; 3-Oxo-3-(2,4-dimethylphenyl)propanenitrile; 2',4'-Dimethylbenzoylacetonitrile; 1-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)-3-oxopropanenitrile; Acetonitrile, (2,4-dimethylbenzoyl)-; (2,4-Dimethylbenzoyl)acetonitrile; β-Oxo-2,4-dimethylbenzenepropanenitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethylbenzoylacetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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 bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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