Description

3-Hydroxypropanenitrile is a versatile bifunctional organic compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a hydroxyl and a nitrile group, makes it an invaluable intermediate for producing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and manufacturing sectors requiring reliable, high-quality raw materials to ensure process consistency and product performance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including statins and antiviral drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of complex organic molecules, dyes, and flavor/fragrance compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a reagent in life science research and the synthesis of biochemical probes.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to enhance performance and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxypropanenitrile
CAS No.	109-78-4
Molecular Formula	C₃H₅NO
Molecular Weight	71.08 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxypropionitrile; Ethylene Cyanohydrin; β-Hydroxypropionitrile; 2-Cyanoethanol; Hydracrylonitrile; 3-Hydroxypropane nitrile; 1-Cyano-2-hydroxyethane; Glycol Cyanohydrin
EINECS	203-702-4

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxypropanenitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against rigorous in-house specifications, which typically include identity confirmation, assay, and impurity profile testing via methods such as GC, HPLC, and IR spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.423 - 1.427
Density (20°C)	1.040 - 1.060 g/mL

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