Description

7-(3-Cyanophenyl)-7-Oxoheptanenitrile is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound featuring a nitrile and a ketone functional group on a phenyl-substituted heptane chain. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable and versatile chemical intermediate for advanced synthesis in research and industrial applications. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system or metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its aromatic and nitrile components.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials due to its rigid aromatic core and reactive end groups.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for developing new synthetic methodologies, including cross-coupling reactions and cyclization processes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals where specific aromatic ketone structures are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-(3-Cyanophenyl)-7-Oxoheptanenitrile
CAS No.	898767-64-1
Molecular Formula	C14H14N2O
Molecular Weight	226.28 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Oxo-7-(3-cyanophenyl)heptanenitrile; 3-(6-Cyanohexanoyl)benzonitrile; 7-(3-Cyanophenyl)-7-oxo-heptanenitrile; Heptanenitrile, 7-(3-cyanophenyl)-7-oxo-; 3-Cyanobenzoyl capronitrile; 3-(6-Cyanohexanoyl)benzonitrile; 898767-64-1; 7-(3-Cyanophenyl)-7-oxoheptanenitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-(3-Cyanophenyl)-7-Oxoheptanenitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for GMP or research-grade synthesis.

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). The compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.