Description

4-Cyano-4-(4-Methylphenyl)Cyclohexanone is a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate characterized by its unique cyclohexanone core substituted with cyano and tolyl groups. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a core component in the production of advanced liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other electronic materials due to its rigid, substituted structure.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as an intermediate in the manufacture of electron-transport or host materials for OLED devices.
• Polymer Chemistry: Utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including novel cyclization and functionalization reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-Cyano-4-(4-Methylphenyl)Cyclohexanone
CAS No.	65619-01-4
Molecular Formula	C14H15NO
Molecular Weight	213.28 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Methylphenyl)-4-cyanocyclohexanone; p-Tolyl-4-cyanocyclohexanone; 4-Cyano-4-(p-tolyl)cyclohexanone; 4-(p-Tolyl)-4-cyanocyclohexanone; 4-(4-Methylphenyl)-4-oxocyclohexanecarbonitrile; 1-Cyano-1-(4-methylphenyl)cyclohexan-4-one; 4-Cyano-4-p-tolylcyclohexanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Cyano-4-(4-Methylphenyl)Cyclohexanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 if long-term storage is required to prevent potential degradation.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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