Description

Ethyl 4-Cyanoacetoacetate is a versatile and high-purity organic ester building block, essential for advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both cyano and keto-ester functionalities, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical compounds. This product is primarily sought by research and development laboratories, fine chemical manufacturers, and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds, including pyridines, pyrimidines, and pyrroles, which are core structures in many drug molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactivity to create novel active ingredients.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for synthesizing specialized colorants and optical brighteners.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel organic compounds in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Cyanoacetoacetate
CAS No.	1715-68-0
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO3
Molecular Weight	155.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Cyano-3-oxobutanoate; Ethyl Cyanoacetoacetate; 4-Cyanoacetoacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-Cyano-3-oxobutanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Acetoacetic Acid, 4-Cyano-, Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (Cyanoacetyl)acetate; Butanoic acid, 2-cyano-3-oxo-, ethyl ester
EINECS	217-001-3

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Cyanoacetoacetate is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality parameters. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for sensitive applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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