Description

Isopropyl 2-Cyanoacetate is a versatile organic ester and a key building block in fine chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its bifunctional reactivity, offering both an ester group and an active methylene group adjacent to a nitrile, which is crucial for constructing complex molecular frameworks. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as the synthesis of heterocycles, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various drug molecules, particularly those containing pyrimidine, pyridine, and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, where its cyanoacetate moiety is incorporated into active ingredients.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for certain classes of organic dyes and pigments, leveraging its active methylene group for condensation reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers, including those with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and the creation of novel chemical entities.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules for various high-value industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isopropyl 2-Cyanoacetate
CAS No.	13361-30-3
Molecular Formula	C6H9NO2
Molecular Weight	127.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Isopropyl Cyanoacetate; 2-Cyanoacetic Acid Isopropyl Ester; Cyanoacetic Acid Isopropyl Ester; Propan-2-yl 2-cyanoacetate; Isopropyl Cyanacetate; Isopropylester Kyseliny Kyanoctove (Czech); IPA Cyanoacetate
EINECS	236-426-5

Quality Control

Our Isopropyl 2-Cyanoacetate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.418 - 1.422
Density (20°C)	1.00 - 1.05 g/mL

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