Description

4-(5-Ethyl-1,3-Dioxan-2-Yl)Benzonitrile is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzonitrile moiety linked to a substituted 1,3-dioxane ring. This unique heterocyclic structure makes it a valuable high-purity intermediate for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or requiring specific heterocyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its nitrile and dioxane functionalities.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for advanced electronic materials, where its rigid, polar structure can contribute to desired electro-optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories as a specialized substrate for developing new synthetic methodologies and catalytic transformations.
• Polymer Modifier: Can be incorporated as a functional monomer to introduce specific chemical resistance or polarity into polymer chains for specialty coatings or resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(5-Ethyl-1,3-Dioxan-2-Yl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	84731-61-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₅NO₂
Molecular Weight	217.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(5-Ethyl-1,3-dioxan-2-yl)benzonitrile; 2-(4-Cyanophenyl)-5-ethyl-1,3-dioxane; Benzonitrile, 4-(5-ethyl-1,3-dioxan-2-yl)-; 5-Ethyl-2-(4-cyanophenyl)-1,3-dioxane
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Quality Control

We maintain a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR analysis, to ensure compliance with customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.