Description

Methyl 3-Cyanobenzoate is a versatile aromatic ester building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a cyano and an ester group, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential kinase inhibitors and other heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or intermediate for creating specialized polymers and liquid crystal materials with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in constructing benzoic acid derivatives, nitriles, and amides.
• Coordination Chemistry: Can be used as a ligand precursor in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Cyanobenzoate
CAS No.	13531-48-1
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO2
Molecular Weight	161.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyanobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl m-Cyanobenzoate; m-Cyanobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic Acid, 3-cyano-, Methyl Ester; Methyl 3-Cyanobenzenecarboxylate; 3-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzonitrile; m-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzonitrile
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Cyanobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis applications.

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 oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	64 - 68 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.