Description

[(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)(Methoxy)Methylidene]Propanedinitrile is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a unique dinitrile and methoxymethylidene functional group attached to a dimethylphenyl core. This compound matters as a versatile building block for synthesizing complex heterocyclic and functionalized aromatic systems, which are critical in advanced material and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing specific receptor binding profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its aromatic and nitrile functionalities.
• Organic Electronics Material Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the preparation of conjugated molecules and polymers used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of advanced colorants and photostable pigments due to its extended π-conjugation potential.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel chelating ligands for catalytic applications.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cycloaddition reactions and C-H functionalization.

Basic Information

Product Name	[(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)(Methoxy)Methylidene]Propanedinitrile
CAS No.	954221-38-6
Molecular Formula	C14H14N2O
Molecular Weight	226.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Propanedinitrile, [(3,5-dimethylphenyl)(methoxy)methylene]-; 2-[(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)(methoxy)methylene]propanedinitrile; (3,5-Dimethylbenzylidene)methoxypropanedinitrile; Methoxy(3,5-dimethylbenzylidene)malononitrile; Light-sensitive malononitrile derivative; Aromatic methoxymethylidene dinitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)(Methoxy)Methylidene]Propanedinitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary for long-term storage. Keep away from strong acids/bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow 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.