Description

Cyanomethyl Formate CAS NO 150760-95-5 is a versatile organic ester compound featuring both cyano and formate functional groups. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable chemical intermediate and building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for research and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing cyano or ester moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactivity for constructing heterocyclic compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in laboratory and industrial settings for constructing complex organic molecules, including dyes, pigments, and functional materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Acts as a reagent in novel synthetic pathways and methodology development within academic and industrial R&D departments.
• Polymer Modification: Can be utilized to introduce cyano or ester functional groups into polymer chains, modifying material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyanomethyl Formate
CAS No.	150760-95-5
Molecular Formula	C3H3NO2
Molecular Weight	85.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Formic Acid Cyanomethyl Ester; Cyanomethyl Methanoate; (Cyanomethoxy)formaldehyde; Cyano-Methyl Formate; NSC 406916; Methyleneglycolonitrile Formate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cyanomethyl Formate is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. All materials undergo comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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