Description

3-(4-Cyano-Phenyl)-3-Oxo-Propionic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity organic intermediate characterized by its cyano and keto-ester functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced material sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with aryl-ketone backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized organic compounds used in electronic displays and optoelectronics.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various name reactions, such as Knoevenagel condensations, to construct more complex heterocyclic or chain-extended structures.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments due to its reactive carbonyl and cyano groups.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and novel compound library synthesis in academic and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Cyano-Phenyl)-3-Oxo-Propionic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	101341-45-1
Molecular Formula	C11H9NO3
Molecular Weight	203.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-(4-cyanophenyl)-3-oxopropanoate; 3-Oxo-3-(4-cyanophenyl)propanoic acid methyl ester; 4-Cyanobenzoylacetic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-cyanobenzoylacetate; 3-(4-Cyanophenyl)-3-oxopropionic acid methyl ester; β-Oxo-4-cyanobenzenepropanoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(4-Cyano-Phenyl)-3-Oxo-Propionic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

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). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.