Description

4-Benzooxazol-2-Yl-Benzonitrile is a high-value organic intermediate featuring a fused benzoxazole ring system. This compound is critical for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of functional materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. It is essential for R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific electronic or biological properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation pesticides and herbicides, where the benzoxazole moiety can contribute to biological activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as an electron-transporting or host material in the fabrication of OLED devices due to its rigid, conjugated structure.
• Ligand for Catalysis: Employed in the design of nitrogen-containing ligands for transition metal catalysts used in cross-coupling and other organic transformations.
• Fluorescent Probe Development: Utilized as a core structure for creating sensitive fluorescent dyes and sensors for biological or environmental detection.
• Polymer & Material Science: Incorporated into specialty polymers to enhance thermal stability, mechanical strength, or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Benzooxazol-2-Yl-Benzonitrile
CAS No.	838-33-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₈N₂O
Molecular Weight	220.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Cyanophenyl)benzoxazole; 4-(2-Benzoxazolyl)benzonitrile; 4-(Benzoxazol-2-yl)benzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 4-(2-benzoxazolyl)-; NSC 403697; 2-(4-Cyanophenyl)-1,3-benzoxazole; p-Cyanophenylbenzoxazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Benzooxazol-2-Yl-Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

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.

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.