Description

Cyclohexanecarbonitrile CAS NO 766-05-2 is a versatile organic nitrile compound characterized by a saturated six-membered ring. This chemical serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, offering a stable cyclohexyl backbone for further functionalization. It is primarily utilized by research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and agrochemical producers for the synthesis of complex molecules, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a cyclohexyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the nitrile group acts as a versatile handle for chemical transformation.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research and fine chemical manufacturing for constructing complex organic molecules via reactions such as hydrolysis, reduction, and nucleophilic addition.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohexanecarbonitrile
CAS No.	766-05-2
Molecular Formula	C7H11N
Molecular Weight	109.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclohexyl cyanide; Cyanocyclohexane; Cyclohexanecarbonitrile; Cyclohexylcarbonitrile; Hexahydrobenzonitrile; Cyclohexanenitrile; Cyclohexyl nitrile; Benzonitrile, hexahydro-
EINECS	212-158-9

Quality Control

Our Cyclohexanecarbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by FT-IR, purity assessment by GC or HPLC, and impurity profiling to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our industrial and research clients. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, strong bases, and strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.4440 - 1.4480
Density (20°C)	0.940 - 0.960 g/mL

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