Description

3-(Phenoxymethyl)Benzonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative characterized by a phenoxymethyl substituent. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for research and development, as well as in the synthesis of specialty chemicals and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring benzonitrile or aryl ether motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Functional Material Research: Employed in the research of liquid crystals, polymers, and organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and polar nitrile group.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a versatile building block for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Phenoxymethyl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	57928-72-0
Molecular Formula	C14H11NO
Molecular Weight	209.24 g/mol
Synonyms	m-(Phenoxymethyl)benzonitrile; 3-Phenoxymethyl-benzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 3-(phenoxymethyl)-; (3-Cyanophenyl)methyl phenyl ether; 3-Cyanobenzyl phenyl ether; 1-Cyano-3-(phenoxymethyl)benzene; NSC 403119
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(Phenoxymethyl)Benzonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles to meet your precise R&D 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 acids, and strong bases.

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.