Description

2-Cyanopropionic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile organic ester and nitrile compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both an ester and a nitrile group, makes it an invaluable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing cyano and ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, contributing to the development of new crop protection agents.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile building block for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the production of specialty polymers and resins with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for cyclization reactions, chain extensions, and the introduction of the cyano group into target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyanopropionic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	14618-77-0
Molecular Formula	C5H7NO2
Molecular Weight	113.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Cyanopropionate; Methyl 2-Cyanopropanoate; 2-Cyano-methyl propionate; Methyl α-cyanopropionate; Propanoic acid, 2-cyano-, methyl ester; Methyl β-cyanopropionate (common misnomer); 2-(Methoxycarbonyl)propanenitrile
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Quality Control

Our 2-Cyanopropionic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.415 - 1.425
Density (20°C)	1.05 - 1.10 g/cm³

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