Description

2-Cyanobenzenepropanoic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile aromatic nitrile and ester derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a cyano and an ester functional group, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex heterocycles and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking reliable and scalable synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those containing indole, quinoline, or other fused heterocyclic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific aromatic nitrile motifs.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers where its aromatic core provides stability and color properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for methodologies involving cyano group transformations, such as hydrolysis to acids or reduction to amines.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of components for display technologies and organic semiconductors.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyanobenzenepropanoic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	14025-83-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₃NO₂
Molecular Weight	203.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-(2-Cyanophenyl)propanoate; 2-Cyanophenylpropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-(2-Cyanophenyl)propionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzenepropanoic acid, 2-cyano-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-cyanobenzenepropanoate; β-(2-Cyanophenyl)propionic Acid Ethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our 2-Cyanobenzenepropanoic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP standards for pharmaceutical applications and can accommodate custom purity requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. The compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.