Description

Benzoylacetonitrile is a versatile organic intermediate featuring both a ketone and a nitrile functional group. This bifunctional nature makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing heterocyclic compounds, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemicals. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds, including pyrazoles and isoxazoles, which are core structures in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactivity to form complex molecular scaffolds.
• Coordination Chemistry: Serves as a chelating ligand for metal ions in catalyst design and material science applications.
• Fine Chemical Production: Building block for dyes, pigments, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Chemical Research: Valuable reagent in organic synthesis for C-C bond formation and cyclization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoylacetonitrile
CAS No.	614-16-4
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO
Molecular Weight	145.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Oxo-3-phenylpropanenitrile; Benzoylmethyl cyanide; Phenacyl cyanide; ω-Cyanacetophenone; 2-Benzoylethanenitrile; 3-Phenyl-3-oxopropanenitrile; 2-Cyanoacetophenone; 3-Oxo-3-phenylpropionitrile
EINECS	210-369-3

Quality Control

Our Benzoylacetonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and GC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and 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 pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	78 - 82 °C

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