Description

2-[4-(3-Cyanopropoxy)Phenyl]Acetic Acid is a versatile organic intermediate featuring a phenylacetic acid core functionalized with a cyanoalkyl ether chain. This molecular structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex compounds, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting inflammatory or metabolic pathways.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Serves as a core building block for creating advanced organic molecules used in display and lighting technologies.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides or plant growth regulators due to its bioactive scaffold.
• Polymer Modification: The carboxylic acid and cyano groups allow for incorporation into specialty polymers to alter physical or chemical properties.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Useful in creating chemical probes or linker molecules for biochemical and diagnostic applications.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in organic synthesis projects for methodological development and novel compound library generation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[4-(3-Cyanopropoxy)Phenyl]Acetic Acid
CAS No.	558640-84-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₃NO₃
Molecular Weight	219.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(3-Cyanopropoxy)phenylacetic Acid; [4-(3-Cyanopropoxy)phenyl]acetic Acid; 2-[4-(3-Cyano-propoxy)-phenyl]-acetic Acid; 558640-84-9; Acetic acid, 2-[4-(3-cyanopropoxy)phenyl]-; 4-(3-Cyanopropoxy)benzeneacetic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-[4-(3-Cyanopropoxy)Phenyl]Acetic Acid adheres to strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, and we support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.