Description

3-[(3-Oxocyclohexyl)Methyl]Benzonitrile is a versatile organic intermediate featuring a cyclohexanone moiety linked to a benzonitrile group. This compound is valued for its unique molecular scaffold, which serves as a critical building block in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its bifunctional reactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of electron-transport or host materials for display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in academic and industrial research to create novel ligands for asymmetric catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals requiring a rigid, functionalized aromatic-cycloaliphatic structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[(3-Oxocyclohexyl)Methyl]Benzonitrile
CAS No.	898785-01-8
Molecular Formula	C14H15NO
Molecular Weight	213.28 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(3-Oxocyclohexylmethyl)benzonitrile; 3-(3-Oxocyclohexylmethyl)benzonitrile; 3-(3-Oxocyclohexylmethyl)benzonitrile; m-[(3-Oxocyclohexyl)methyl]benzonitrile; 3-(3-Ketocyclohexylmethyl)benzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 3-[(3-oxocyclohexyl)methyl]-; 898785-01-8
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Quality Control

Our 3-[(3-Oxocyhexyl)Methyl]Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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