Description

4-(1-Methyl-1H-Indol-2-Yl)Benzonitrile is a high-purity organic building block featuring a unique indole-benzonitrile hybrid structure. This compound is valued for its role as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoactive materials due to its conjugated π-system.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring novel organic reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(1-Methyl-1H-Indol-2-Yl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	79573-64-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂N₂
Molecular Weight	232.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Cyanophenyl)-1-methylindole; 1-Methyl-2-(4-cyanophenyl)indole; 4-(1-Methylindol-2-yl)benzonitrile; 4-(N-Methyl-2-indolyl)benzonitrile; 79573-64-1; 2-(p-Cyanophenyl)-1-methylindole; 4-(1-Methyl-1H-indol-2-yl)benzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(1-Methyl-1H-Indol-2-Yl)Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent quality suitable for sensitive R&D and scale-up processes. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.