p-Tolylacetonitrile (CAS No: 2947-61-7) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Tolbutamide. This compound serves as an essential raw material in API development and synthesis. Explore detailed chemical properties, molecular data, structure information, and verified global suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors of this API intermediate on apicule.
Alternate Names: 4-Methylphenylacetonitrile, 4-Methylbenzyl cyanide, a-Cyano-p-xylene
CAS No: 2947-61-7
PubChem CID: 76280
Mol Formula: C9H9N
Mol Weight: 131.17 g/mol
Used in API: Tolbutamide
IUPAC Name: 2-(4-methylphenyl)acetonitrile
API Intermediate Description: p‑Tolylacetonitrile is an aromatic nitrile featuring a para‑methyl group on the benzene ring and a cyanomethyl side chain. It is commonly used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, including pharmaceutical and fine‑chemical applications.