Description

3-Oxobutanenitrile is a versatile organic compound featuring both a nitrile and a ketone functional group, making it a valuable bifunctional building block in chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for creating complex molecular architectures, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It serves as a key intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and advanced polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and vitamin analogs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive nitrile and carbonyl groups.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and specialty chemicals requiring specific ketone and nitrile functionalities.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for method development and novel compound creation.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Oxobutanenitrile
CAS No.	2469-99-0
Molecular Formula	C4H5NO
Molecular Weight	83.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetoacetonitrile; 3-Oxobutyronitrile; Acetylacetonitrile; 3-Ketobutyronitrile; Methyl 2-cyanoethyl ketone; β-Ketobutyronitrile; 2-Cyanoacetone; Butanenitrile, 3-oxo-
EINECS	219-568-0

Quality Control

Our 3-Oxobutanenitrile is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, purity verification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its reactive functional groups, it should be stored separately from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.