Description

(S)-2-(Oxiran-2-Ylmethoxy)Benzonitrile is a chiral epoxide derivative of benzonitrile, serving as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate. Its core value lies in its enantiomeric purity, which is critical for the development of optically active pharmaceuticals and advanced materials. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures with precise stereochemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel, enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with specific optical or mechanical properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for custom synthesis projects requiring a defined stereocenter.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-2-(Oxiran-2-Ylmethoxy)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	904734-43-6
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO2
Molecular Weight	175.18 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-(Oxiranylmethoxy)benzonitrile; (S)-2-((Oxiran-2-yl)methoxy)benzonitrile; (S)-Glycidyl 2-Cyanophenyl Ether; (S)-2-Cyanophenyl Glycidyl Ether; (2S)-2-[(Oxiran-2-yl)methoxy]benzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 2-[(2S)-2-oxiranylmethoxy]-; (S)-Enantiomer of 2-(Oxiran-2-ylmethoxy)benzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (S)-2-(Oxiran-2-Ylmethoxy)Benzonitrile is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral HPLC for enantiomeric excess (ee) verification, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for research and scale-up. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

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). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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