Description

4-Methylbenzoylacetonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile and β-ketonitrile derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its bifunctional molecular structure, which enables efficient construction of complex heterocyclic systems and fine chemical scaffolds. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds, including pyrazoles, isoxazoles, and pyrimidines, which are core structures in many active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of precursors for herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactivity to form complex, bioactive molecules.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for β-diketiminate and other chelating ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized organic compounds, including potential intermediates for dyes and pigments.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for methodological studies in organic synthesis and new molecule discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylbenzoylacetonitrile
CAS No.	7391-28-8
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO
Molecular Weight	159.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylbenzoylacetonitrile; 1-(4-Methylphenyl)-3-oxobutanenitrile; 3-Oxo-3-(p-tolyl)propanenitrile; p-Tolyl 3-oxopropanenitrile; 4-Methyl-ω-cyanacetophenone; 4'-Methylbenzoylacetonitrile; 3-(4-Methylphenyl)-3-oxopropanenitrile; Acetonitrile, (4-methylbenzoyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylbenzoylacetonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes results from techniques such as HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for reliable and reproducible synthetic outcomes.

Storage

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

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.