Description

2-(Cyanomethyl-Phenyl-Amino)Acetonitrile is a versatile organic intermediate featuring both cyano and amino functional groups on a phenyl backbone. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, making it a critical building block for synthesizing complex heterocyclic structures and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various nitrogen-containing heterocycles, such as imidazoles and pyrimidines, used in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific cyano-amino motifs for bioactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of specialized dyes and organic pigments, where its structure contributes to color fastness and molecular stability.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, including polyamides and resins with enhanced thermal properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the preparation of complex ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Cyanomethyl-Phenyl-Amino)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	86273-74-7
Molecular Formula	C10H9N3
Molecular Weight	171.20 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Phenyliminodiacetonitrile; (Phenylimino)diacetonitrile; Iminodiacetonitrile, N-phenyl-; 2,2'-(Phenylimino)diacetonitrile; N-(Cyanomethyl)anilinoacetonitrile; 2-[(Cyanomethyl)(phenyl)amino]acetonitrile; N-Phenyliminodiacetic acid dinitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Cyanomethyl-Phenyl-Amino)Acetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

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). The product may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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