Description

Benzoic Acid, 4-Amino-3-Cyano-, Methyl Ester is a high-purity, multifunctional chemical intermediate characterized by its amino and cyano functional groups on a benzoate ester core. This compound matters for its versatility in synthesizing complex heterocyclic structures and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), offering a critical building block for advanced chemical manufacturing. It is primarily needed by research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and fine chemical producers engaged in the synthesis of dyes, agrochemicals, and specialized organic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with heterocyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive functional groups.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for creating specialized azo dyes and high-performance organic pigments.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules in research and scale-up processes.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 4-Amino-3-Cyano-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	159847-80-0
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	176.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-Amino-3-cyanobenzoate; 4-Amino-3-cyano-benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-amino-3-cyanobenzoate; 3-Cyano-4-aminobenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 4-amino-3-cyano-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-cyano-4-aminobenzoate; 4-Amino-3-cyanobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 4-Amino-3-Cyano-, Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light sources to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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