Description

7-(4-Cyanophenyl)-7-Oxoheptanenitrile is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound featuring a cyanophenyl and oxoheptanenitrile functional group architecture. This specialized structure makes it a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for complex organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting specific receptors or enzymes.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with tailored properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in research to create novel ligands for metal catalysis or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functional additive in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-(4-Cyanophenyl)-7-Oxoheptanenitrile
CAS No.	898767-54-9
Molecular Formula	C14H14N2O
Molecular Weight	226.28 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Oxo-7-(4-cyanophenyl)heptanenitrile; 4-(6-Cyano-1-oxohexyl)benzonitrile; 7-(4-Cyanophenyl)-7-oxo-heptanenitrile; Heptanenitrile, 7-(4-cyanophenyl)-7-oxo-; 898767-54-9; 4'-(6-Cyanohexanoyl)benzonitrile; 7-(p-Cyanophenyl)-7-oxoheptanenitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 7-(4-Cyanophenyl)-7-Oxoheptanenitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Our products are suitable for demanding R&D and scale-up applications. 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, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area %)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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