Description

Pentyl Cyanoacetate is a versatile organic ester and a key chemical intermediate valued for its reactive cyanoacetate functional group. This compound is essential for synthesizing a wide range of fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals due to its ability to undergo condensation and nucleophilic substitution reactions. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories, custom synthesis manufacturers, and producers in the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing pyrimidine and pyridine cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for manufacturing herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of various organic dyes and colorants.
• Polymer Modification: Employed in the production of specialty polymers and coatings to introduce specific functional properties.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A crucial reagent for Knoevenagel condensations and other C-C bond-forming reactions in custom synthesis.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used in the controlled synthesis of certain ester-based aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentyl Cyanoacetate
CAS No.	17686-39-4
Molecular Formula	C8H13NO2
Molecular Weight	155.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Amyl Cyanoacetate; n-Pentyl Cyanoacetate; Cyanoacetic Acid Pentyl Ester; Cyanoacetic Acid Amyl Ester; 1-Pentyl Cyanoacetate; n-Amyl Cyanoacetate; Pentyl 2-Cyanoacetate; 2-Cyanoacetic Acid Pentyl Ester
EINECS	241-690-9

Quality Control

Our Pentyl Cyanoacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.425 - 1.435
Density (20°C)	0.98 - 1.02 g/mL

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