Description

4-(3-Oxobutanoyl)Benzonitrile is a versatile and high-purity organic building block characterized by its benzonitrile and diketone functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of complex molecules, offering precise reactivity for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with complex heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials and emissive layer components in display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-organic catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Polymer and Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of high-performance polymers and specialty coatings.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory synthesis in medicinal and organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3-Oxobutanoyl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	62585-03-9
Molecular Formula	C11H9NO2
Molecular Weight	187.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Acetoacetylbenzonitrile; 1-(4-Cyanophenyl)-1,3-butanedione; 4-(1,3-Dioxobutyl)benzonitrile; p-Acetoacetylbenzonitrile; 4-Cyanophenacyl methyl ketone; Butan-1,3-dione, 1-(4-cyanophenyl)-; 4-(3-Oxobutyryl)benzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(3-Oxobutanoyl)Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability.

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.