Description

Methyl 2-Cyano-3-(Dimethylamino)Acrylate is a versatile and highly reactive chemical intermediate, primarily valued for its role as a key building block in heterocyclic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both cyano and acrylate functionalities activated by a dimethylamino group, makes it an essential precursor for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is particularly critical for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to synthesize a variety of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds, including pyridines, pyrimidines, and quinolones, which are core structures in many active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, contributing to the development of new crop protection agents.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized dyes and organic pigments, particularly those requiring complex chromophore systems.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated as a starting material for creating novel organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials used in OLEDs and photovoltaic cells.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and the discovery of new chemical entities through [2+2] cycloadditions and other condensation reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the custom synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various technological applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Cyano-3-(Dimethylamino)Acrylate
CAS No.	1187-27-5
Molecular Formula	C8H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	168.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-3-(dimethylamino)-2-propenoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (2Z)-2-Cyano-3-(dimethylamino)prop-2-enoate; (Dimethylamino)methylenecyanoacetic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl α-Cyano-β-(dimethylamino)acrylate; Propenoic acid, 2-cyano-3-(dimethylamino)-, methyl ester; NSC 403697; Methyl 2-cyano-3-(N,N-dimethylamino)acrylate
EINECS	214-690-5

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 2-Cyano-3-(Dimethylamino)Acrylate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination, to meet precise customer specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified. Keep away from strong acids/bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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