Description

2-[(E)-Benzylidene]-2-Cyanoacetamide is a versatile chemical intermediate featuring a conjugated system of a benzylidene group and a cyanoacetamide moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and advanced polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic scaffolds with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Electronics: Acts as a building block for π-conjugated molecules in the development of organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments due to its chromophoric structure.
• Polymer Chemistry: Utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(E)-Benzylidene]-2-Cyanoacetamide
CAS No.	15795-18-3
Molecular Formula	C10H8N2O
Molecular Weight	172.18 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-2-Cyano-3-phenylacrylamide; 2-Cyano-3-phenyl-2-propenamide; α-Cyano-β-phenylacrylamide; Benzylidenecyanoacetamide; (E)-2-Benzylidene-2-cyanoacetamide; 3-Phenyl-2-cyanoacrylamide; NSC 403697; Phenylmethylidenecyanoacetamide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-[(E)-Benzylidene]-2-Cyanoacetamide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, isomeric purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and regulated synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
(E)-Isomer Content	≥ 99.0%
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.