Description

Methyl 2-(4-Cyanophenoxy)Propanoate is a high-purity organic ester compound with the CAS number 165525-18-8. This specialty chemical serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate in the production of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought after by research and development teams and production chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging the phenoxypropanoate moiety.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized monomers used in electronic display technologies.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce cyano and ester functional groups into polymer chains, altering material properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex ether and ester linkages.
• Chemical Research Standard: Used as a reference standard in analytical method development and quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-(4-Cyanophenoxy)Propanoate
CAS No.	165525-18-8
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO3
Molecular Weight	205.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(4-Cyanophenoxy)Propionate; 2-(4-Cyanophenoxy)Propanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl α-(4-Cyanophenoxy)Propionate; 4-Cyanophenoxypropanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (RS)-2-(4-Cyanophenoxy)Propanoate; Methyl DL-2-(4-Cyanophenoxy)Propanoate; Propanoic acid, 2-(4-cyanophenoxy)-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-(4-Cyanophenoxy)Propanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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