Description

α-Cyano-5-Phenyl-2,4-Pentadienic Acid is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a conjugated diene system with cyano and carboxylic acid functional groups. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical and agrochemical R&D laboratories for the construction of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring conjugated diene or cyano-acid motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct complex polycyclic frameworks in academic and industrial research.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for functionalized polymers or organic electronic materials due to its extended π-conjugation.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the custom synthesis of specialty chemicals for various high-value industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Cyano-5-Phenyl-2,4-Pentadienic Acid
CAS No.	24139-57-9
Molecular Formula	C12H9NO2
Molecular Weight	199.21 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Phenyl-2,4-pentadienoic acid, 2-cyano-; 2-Cyano-5-phenylpenta-2,4-dienoic acid; (2E,4E)-2-Cyano-5-phenylpenta-2,4-dienoic acid; α-Cyano-5-phenyl-2,4-pentadienoic acid; 5-Phenyl-2,4-pentadienoic acid α-cyano-; (E,E)-2-Cyano-5-phenyl-2,4-pentadienoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our α-Cyano-5-Phenyl-2,4-Pentadienic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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 strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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