Description

7-(3-Methoxyphenyl)-7-Oxoheptanenitrile is a specialized organic nitrile building block featuring a methoxyphenyl ketone moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive scaffold.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science: Intermediate in the production of advanced polymers and liquid crystals with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-(3-Methoxyphenyl)-7-Oxoheptanenitrile
CAS No.	898786-62-4
Molecular Formula	C14H17NO2
Molecular Weight	231.29 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Oxo-7-(3-methoxyphenyl)heptanenitrile; 3'-Methoxy-ω-cyanovalerophenone; 7-(3-Methoxyphenyl)-7-oxoheptanenitrile; 3-Methoxyphenyl 5-cyanopentyl ketone; ω-Cyano-3'-methoxyvalerophenone; 5-Cyano-1-(3-methoxyphenyl)-1-pentanone; Heptanenitrile, 7-(3-methoxyphenyl)-7-oxo-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-(3-Methoxyphenyl)-7-Oxoheptanenitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.