Description

4-Methyl-[1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-Carbonitrile is a high-purity biphenyl derivative featuring a nitrile functional group, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile aromatic scaffold for constructing complex molecules in research and industrial applications. This compound is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams and fine chemical manufacturers for developing active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates with biphenyl core structures.
• Liquid Crystal Material Precursor: Used in the research and production of advanced organic materials for display technologies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the development of new generation herbicides and fungicides.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Research: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing electron-transport or host materials in organic electronics.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create specialized ligands for catalytic processes.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce aromatic and nitrile functionality into polymer chains to alter material properties.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions and nitrile chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-[1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	64113-85-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₁N
Molecular Weight	193.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-4-methylbiphenyl; 4-Methylbiphenyl-2-carbonitrile; 2-(4-Methylphenyl)benzonitrile; 4'-Methyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-2-carbonitrile; 2-Cyano-4'-methylbiphenyl; 4-Methyl-2-cyanobiphenyl; NSC 405124; Biphenyl-2-carbonitrile, 4'-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Methyl-[1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-Carbonitrile is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for each lot upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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