Description

Ethyl 3-Cyanobenzoate is a versatile organic ester building block, specifically the ethyl ester of 3-cyanobenzoic acid. This compound is valued for its dual functional groups, the cyano and ester moieties, which make it a critical intermediate in multi-step synthetic pathways. It is primarily sought after by research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for synthesizing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing substituted benzoic acid derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the cyano-benzoate structure is integral.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Serves as a building block for advanced electronic materials due to its aromatic and polarizable nature.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for constructing complex molecules in academic and industrial R&D, enabling transformations via hydrolysis, reduction, or cyclization.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments requiring cyanophenyl groups.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce cyano-functionalized aromatic units into polymer chains to alter material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Cyanobenzoate
CAS No.	2463-16-3
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO2
Molecular Weight	175.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyanobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl m-Cyanobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-cyano-, ethyl ester; m-Cyanobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Cyanobenzenecarboxylate; NSC 401119; Ethyl meta-Cyanobenzoate
EINECS	219-553-6

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Cyanobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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