(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)acetonitrile, CAS No. 93-17-4

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93-17-4

Catalog No. EBD22552

CAS 93-17-4

Name (3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)acetonitrile

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Basic Information

Synonyms: 3,4-Dimethoxyphenylacetonitrile Veratrylcyanide 3,4-Dimethoxybenzylcyanide 3,4-dimethoxy-benzeneacetonitril 3,4-dimethoxybenzeneacetonitrile 3,4-dimethoxybenzyl 3,4-dimethoxyphenyl-acetonitril Acetonitrile,(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)- 3,4-DimethyloxyPhenylacetonotrile (3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)acetonitrileVeratryl (3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)acetonitrile Homoveratronitrile 3,4-Dimethoxybenzylacetonitrile 3,4-Dimethoxybenzylacetontrile 3,4-di

Molecular Formula: C10H11NO2

Molecular Weight: 177.2

MDL Number: MFCD00002894

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Phenols and Ethers Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Cyano Compounds Medicinal Chemistry > Pharmaceutical Intermediates > Heterocyclic Intermediates

Product Description:

(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)acetonitrile is an organic compound featuring a 3,4-dimethoxyphenyl group attached to an acetonitrile moiety. Its structure combines a veratrole-like aromatic ring with a nitrile functional group, making it a versatile synthetic intermediate. This compound is primarily utilized as a key building block in pharmaceutical research, particularly in the synthesis of small-molecule drug candidates targeting the central nervous system and cardiovascular system. It serves as a precursor for isoquinoline derivatives and other bioactive heterocycles via nitrile group transformations. As a general synthetic building block, it is also employed in organic chemistry for constructing complex molecules through nucleophilic additions or reductions of the nitrile group. Its stability and reactivity make it suitable for multi-step syntheses in medicinal chemistry and material science applications.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 62-63.5 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 171-178 °C/10 mmHg(lit.)

Flash Point: 250 °C

Density: 1.082 g/cm3

Solubility: insoluble in water

Analytical Data

Appearance: white to almost white crystals or cryst. needles