Description

8-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-8-Oxooctanenitrile is a specialized organic nitrile compound featuring a methoxyphenyl ketone moiety. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought by chemical manufacturers and research institutions engaged in pharmaceutical and agrochemical discovery. The compound's reactivity profile offers versatile pathways for constructing novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators, leveraging its aromatic nitrile core.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating advanced organic electronic materials due to its conjugated system potential.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in custom and contract synthesis for producing specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in methodological chemistry research, including studies on nitrile chemistry, ketone transformations, and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-8-Oxooctanenitrile
CAS No.	898786-68-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₉NO₂
Molecular Weight	245.32 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Oxo-8-(4-methoxyphenyl)octanenitrile; 4'-Methoxy-γ-oxobenzenebutanenitrile (homolog); p-Methoxyphenyl 7-cyanoheptyl ketone; 7-Cyano-1-(4-methoxyphenyl)heptan-1-one; 1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-7-cyanoheptan-1-one; 8-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-8-oxooctanenitrile; γ-Oxo-4'-methoxybenzenebutanenitrile derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 8-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-8-Oxooctanenitrile adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 aligned manufacturing practices for research and commercial scale.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.