Description

Methyl 4-(2-Cyanopropan-2-Yl)Benzoate is a high-value organic intermediate featuring a benzoate ester core substituted with a nitrile-functionalized tertiary carbon. This compound matters for its role as a versatile synthon in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sterically hindered nitrile or carboxylic acid functionalities.
• 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 aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce cyano and ester groups into polymer chains, altering physical properties like solubility and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecules via reactions at the ester or nitrile group.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-(2-Cyanopropan-2-Yl)Benzoate
CAS No.	129488-73-9
Molecular Formula	C12H13NO2
Molecular Weight	203.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-(2-Cyano-2-propyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-(1-cyano-1-methylethyl)-, methyl ester; 4-(2-Cyano-2-propyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-(α-cyanoisopropyl)benzoate; Methyl p-(2-cyano-2-propyl)benzoate; 2-[4-(Methoxycarbonyl)phenyl]-2-methylpropanenitrile; 129488-73-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. Standard quality parameters include purity (HPLC), identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and control of key impurities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are available upon request. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients in regulated markets.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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