Description

3-Cyanopropenyl Acetate is a versatile chemical intermediate featuring both cyano and acetate functional groups on a propenyl backbone. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing heterocyclic compounds and functionalized monomers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing nitrile or acrylate functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, including acrylic resins and coatings.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and complex organic compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new reaction pathways and creating compound libraries in medicinal chemistry.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of advanced materials for display and semiconductor applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cyanopropenyl Acetate
CAS No.	14268-54-3
Molecular Formula	C6H7NO2
Molecular Weight	125.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Acetoxyacrylonitrile; 2-Propenenitrile, 3-(acetyloxy)-; Acrylonitrile, 3-acetoxy-; 3-(Acetyloxy)acrylonitrile; 3-Acetoxy-2-propenenitrile; Acetic acid 2-cyanoethenyl ester; 2-Cyanoethenyl acetate
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Quality Control

Our 3-Cyanopropenyl Acetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency, purity, and compliance with customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and support your quality assurance protocols.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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