Description

2-(o-Tolyl)Propanenitrile is a versatile organic nitrile compound, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique structure, which provides a reactive nitrile group adjacent to a substituted aromatic ring, enabling the construction of complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, contributing to crop protection solutions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and specialty chemicals requiring specific aromatic nitrile frameworks.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or precursor in the development of advanced polymers and functional materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in methodological development and exploratory chemistry for creating new carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(o-Tolyl)Propanenitrile
CAS No.	58422-60-9
Molecular Formula	C10H11N
Molecular Weight	145.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Methylphenyl)propanenitrile; α-Methyl-o-tolunitrile; 2-Methyl-α-methylbenzenepropanenitrile; 2-(2-Methylphenyl)-2-methylacetonitrile; o-Tolylacetonitrile, α-methyl-; (2-Methylphenyl)acetonitrile, α-methyl-; 2-(2-Tolyl)propanenitrile; 58422-60-9
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Quality Control

Our 2-(o-Tolyl)Propanenitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for all shipments. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

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 (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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