Description

Benzenepropanenitrile, 4-Amino-3-Hydroxy- is a specialized aromatic nitrile derivative featuring both amino and hydroxy functional groups. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable high-purity intermediate for the synthesis of complex organic molecules. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical and agrochemical R&D sectors for developing new active ingredients, including potential drug candidates and advanced crop protection agents. The compound's CAS number is 681427-48-5.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex heterocyclic or substituted aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for molecular diversification.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals where the amino-hydroxy substitution pattern is required.
• Research & Development: Essential reagent in academic and industrial organic chemistry labs for methodological studies and the creation of compound libraries.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenepropanenitrile, 4-Amino-3-Hydroxy-
CAS No.	681427-48-5
Molecular Formula	C₉H₁₀N₂O
Molecular Weight	162.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amino-3-hydroxybenzenepropanenitrile; 3-(4-Amino-3-hydroxyphenyl)propanenitrile; 4-Amino-3-hydroxy-β-phenylpropionitrile; 3-(4-Amino-3-hydroxyphenyl)propionitrile; 4-Amino-3-hydroxyphenylpropionitrile; (4-Amino-3-hydroxyphenyl)propanenitrile; β-(4-Amino-3-hydroxyphenyl)propionitrile
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Quality Control

We maintain a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. Production can be aligned with cGMP guidelines for pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
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.