Description

Methoxyacetonitrile is a versatile organic nitrile compound with the CAS registry number 1738-36-9. It serves as a valuable building block and intermediate in fine chemical synthesis, prized for its reactive cyano group and methoxy functionality. This chemical is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial labs.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialized colorants.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful for creating novel ligands for metal complexes and catalytic systems.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer backbones for specialized material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methoxyacetonitrile
CAS No.	1738-36-9
Molecular Formula	C3H5NO
Molecular Weight	71.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetonitrile, methoxy-; Methoxy methyl cyanide; 2-Methoxyacetonitrile; Cyanomethyl methyl ether; Methoxycyanomethane; Methyl cyanomethyl ether; (Methoxymethyl)cyanide
EINECS	217-090-6

Quality Control

Our Methoxyacetonitrile is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with agreed-upon standards.

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, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.380 - 1.384
Density (20°C)	0.95 - 0.98 g/mL

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