Description

Methyl 4-(Dicyanomethyl)Benzoate is a high-purity, specialized organic building block featuring a benzoate ester core functionalized with a reactive dicyanomethyl group. This compound is valued for its versatility as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the construction of complex heterocyclic systems and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing cyano-substituted aromatic or heterocyclic moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the dicyanomethyl group can be leveraged for its bioactivity or as a synthetic handle.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a building block for the development of organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and non-linear optical (NLO) materials due to its electron-withdrawing character.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers and functional resins, where it can be incorporated to modify thermal stability, solubility, or other physical properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of advanced colorants and photographic sensitizers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and for exploring new chemical spaces in discovery research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-(Dicyanomethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	1352521-73-3
Molecular Formula	C11H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	200.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-(dicyanomethyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-(dicyanomethyl)-, methyl ester; 4-(Dicyanomethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl p-(dicyanomethyl)benzoate; Methyl 4-(cyanomethylideneamino)benzoate (tautomer); 1352521-73-3; Methyl (4-((dicyano)methyl)benzoate)
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-(Dicyanomethyl)Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of our global clientele in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect stability and performance. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%

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