Description

4-(2-Hydroxypropan-2-Yl)Benzonitrile is a versatile benzonitrile derivative featuring a tertiary alcohol functional group. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for research and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring substituted benzonitrile or aromatic alcohol moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structural features contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers, polymers, and liquid crystals for advanced material applications.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a versatile building block for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in research laboratories for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Hydroxypropan-2-Yl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	77802-22-3
Molecular Formula	C10H11NO
Molecular Weight	161.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Hydroxy-2-propyl)benzonitrile; 4-(2-Hydroxypropan-2-yl)benzonitrile; 4-(1-Hydroxy-1-methylethyl)benzonitrile; 4-Cyano-α,α-dimethylbenzyl alcohol; p-(2-Hydroxy-2-propyl)benzonitrile; α,α-Dimethyl-4-cyanobenzyl alcohol; 4-(2-Hydroxyisopropyl)benzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(2-Hydroxypropan-2-Yl)Benzonitrile is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our industrial and research clients. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

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

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.