Description

3-Methyl-(1,1'-Biphenyl)-4-Propionic Acid Nitrile is a specialized organic nitrile derivative of a biphenyl scaffold, serving as a high-value synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure makes it a critical building block for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with biphenyl-based structures for therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its biphenyl core for biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material or intermediate in the development of organic electronic materials, including liquid crystals and emissive layers for OLED displays.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for producing complex, high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and cyano-group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-(1,1'-Biphenyl)-4-Propionic Acid Nitrile
CAS No.	60106-64-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₃N
Molecular Weight	219.28 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-4-biphenylpropionitrile; 3-(3-Methyl[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl)propanenitrile; 4'-Methyl-3-biphenylpropionitrile; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-propionitrile, 3-methyl-; 3-Methylbiphenyl-4-propionitrile; 3-(4-Phenyl-3-methylphenyl)propionitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Methyl-(1,1'-Biphenyl)-4-Propionic Acid Nitrile adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, and we support custom purity requirements for specific R&D or cGMP manufacturing needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 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)	≥97.0% (Standard Grade)
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.