Description

(2-Amino-4-Methyl-Phenyl)-Acetonitrile is a specialized aromatic nitrile building block featuring both amino and nitrile functional groups on a toluene-derived aromatic ring. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process scale-up teams, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those containing quinoline, quinazoline, or other fused nitrogen heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its aromatic core provides structural rigidity and its functional groups allow for further derivatization.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic dyes and colorants due to its reactive amino and cyano groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the research and preparation of novel chelating ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Amino-4-Methyl-Phenyl)-Acetonitrile
CAS No.	861068-42-0
Molecular Formula	C9H10N2
Molecular Weight	146.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Amino-4-methylphenyl)acetonitrile; 2-Amino-4-methylbenzyl cyanide; (2-Amino-p-tolyl)acetonitrile; 4-Methyl-2-aminobenzyl cyanide; 2-Cyano-5-methylaniline; 2-Amino-4-methylbenzenacetonitrile; α-Amino-4-methylphenylacetonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Amino-4-Methyl-Phenyl)-Acetonitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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