Description

Acetanilide, p-(2-Cyanoethyl)- (4Ci) is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a cyanoethyl functional group attached to the para position of an acetanilide core. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex chemical entities, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life science industries who require high-purity, structurally defined intermediates for creating novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing specific receptor binding profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where the anilide and nitrile functionalities are crucial for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Acts as a starting material or intermediate in the production of advanced organic compounds for electronic displays, leveraging its rigid aromatic core and polarizable cyano group.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments, where it can contribute to color fastness and molecular stability.
• Polymer Modification: The reactive cyanoethyl group can be utilized to introduce functional sites into polymer chains for specialty coatings or adhesives.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and material science explorations, enabling structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Acetanilide, p-(2-Cyanoethyl)- (4Ci)
CAS No.	857624-43-2
Molecular Formula	C11H12N2O
Molecular Weight	188.23 g/mol
Synonyms	N-[4-(2-Cyanoethyl)phenyl]acetamide; 4'-(2-Cyanoethyl)acetanilide; p-(2-Cyanoethyl)acetanilide; 2-[4-(Acetylamino)phenyl]propanenitrile; Acetamide, N-[4-(2-cyanoethyl)phenyl]-; 4-(2-Cyanoethyl)acetamilide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We supply Acetanilide, p-(2-Cyanoethyl)- (4Ci) in high-purity grades suitable for research and development. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric 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	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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