Description

3,3-Diethoxypropionitrile is a versatile organic nitrile compound characterized by its acetal-protected aldehyde functionality. This chemical serves as a valuable protected synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the controlled introduction of aldehyde groups under mild conditions. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical research and development laboratories for the production of active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and specialty performance chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a masked aldehyde equivalent in multi-step synthesis, including nucleophilic additions and cyclization reactions.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for developing novel synthetic methodologies and heterocyclic compounds.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Diethoxypropionitrile
CAS No.	2032-34-0
Molecular Formula	C7H13NO2
Molecular Weight	143.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3-Diethoxypropanenitrile; Diethyl Acetal of Formylacetonitrile; β,β-Diethoxypropionitrile; 2-Cyano-1,1-diethoxyethane; Malonaldehyde Dianion Dinitrile Diethyl Acetal; Propanenitrile, 3,3-diethoxy-; NSC 401119
EINECS	217-983-5

Quality Control

Our 3,3-Diethoxypropionitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications, including assay by GC or HPLC, water content, and identification by IR spectroscopy. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for sensitive synthetic applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.415 - 1.425
Density (20°C)	0.95 - 0.99 g/mL

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