Description

3-Butenenitrile is a versatile, highly volatile organic compound with significant utility as a key chemical intermediate. Its reactive nitrile and alkene functionalities make it a valuable building block for synthesizing a range of specialty chemicals and polymers. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and agrochemical producers seeking to create novel compounds. We supply high-purity 3-Butenenitrile CAS NO 109-75-1 to meet the stringent demands of industrial and fine chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a comonomer or cross-linking agent in specialty polymers to introduce nitrile groups, enhancing chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various name reactions, including Michael additions and cycloadditions, for constructing complex organic frameworks in R&D.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Electrolyte Additive Research: Investigated for use in advanced battery systems due to its specific electrochemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Butenenitrile
CAS No.	109-75-1
Molecular Formula	C4H5N
Molecular Weight	67.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Allyl cyanide; 3-Butenentrile; 3-Butenonitrile; 4-Pentenenitrile (incorrect but common misnomer); Vinylacetonitrile; 1-Cyano-2-propene; But-3-enenitrile; 2-Propenyl cyanide
EINECS	203-701-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Butenenitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC), to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and traceable raw materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize degradation and maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.834 - 0.844
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.415 - 1.425

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