Description

Methyl 4-(Cyanomethyl)Benzoate is a versatile organic ester compound featuring both a benzoate ester and a cyanomethyl functional group. This bifunctional structure makes it a valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and a key building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized organic compounds used in electronic displays.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce cyano and ester functionalities into polymer chains, altering material properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in various coupling reactions, esterifications, and cyano-alkylation processes in research and development.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a key component in the production of certain high-performance dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-(Cyanomethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	76469-88-0
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO2
Molecular Weight	175.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-(cyanomethyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-(cyanomethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl p-(cyanomethyl)benzoate; 4-(Cyanomethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-cyanomethylbenzoate; p-(Cyanomethyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (4-cyanomethyl)benzoate; 76469-88-0
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-(Cyanomethyl)Benzoate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request 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 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
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.