Description

2-(3-Hydroxypropyl)Benzonitrile is a versatile benzonitrile derivative featuring a terminal hydroxyl group on its propyl side chain, making it a valuable bifunctional intermediate for organic synthesis. This compound is particularly significant for its role as a key building block in the production of advanced pharmaceutical ingredients and fine chemicals. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce both nitrile and alcohol functionalities into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for molecules requiring a benzonitrile core with a flexible hydroxyalkyl linker.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structural motifs are beneficial.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for mesogenic compounds and electron-transport materials used in display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce polar nitrile and hydroxyl groups into polymer chains, enhancing material properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in multi-step organic syntheses to create complex molecules for fragrances, dyes, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Hydroxypropyl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	99059-84-4
Molecular Formula	C10H11NO
Molecular Weight	161.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3-Hydroxypropyl)benzonitrile; 3-(2-Cyanophenyl)-1-propanol; 1-Propanol, 3-(2-cyanophenyl)-; 2-Cyanobenzylpropanol; o-Cyanophenylpropanol; Benzonitrile, 2-(3-hydroxypropyl)-; 2-(3-Hydroxypropyl)phenyl cyanide; m-Cyanobenzyl alcohol propyl homologue (informal)
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Quality Control

Our 2-(3-Hydroxypropyl)Benzonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for critical applications in pharmaceutical and advanced material synthesis.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity. Store away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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