3cyanophenol

3cyanophenol, also known as m-cyanophenol or 3-hydroxybenzonitrile, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C7H5NO. It is a derivative of phenol where a cyano group (-CN) is attached to the meta position (position 3) of the benzene ring. At room temperature, it typically appears as a solid.

The compound possesses both a hydroxyl group (-OH) characteristic of phenols and a cyano group (-CN) characteristic of nitriles, making it a bifunctional molecule. This dual functionality allows 3cyanophenol to participate in a variety of chemical reactions. The hydroxyl group can undergo reactions typical of phenols, such as esterification and etherification, while the cyano group can be hydrolyzed to a carboxylic acid or reduced to an amine.

3cyanophenol finds applications as an intermediate in the synthesis of various organic compounds, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and dyes. Its specific uses are often tied to its ability to serve as a building block for more complex molecules. It can be synthesized through various chemical routes, often involving the functionalization of phenol or related aromatic compounds.