Description

Diethyl 2-(4-Cyanophenyl)Malonate is a high-purity organic building block and synthetic intermediate of significant commercial importance. Its core value lies in its versatile molecular structure, featuring both a malonate ester and a cyano-substituted phenyl ring, which makes it a key precursor for the synthesis of complex heterocycles and fine chemicals. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of drug candidates, particularly those containing quinoline, pyridine, or other nitrogen-containing heterocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the cyano and ester functionalities enable the construction of specific bioactive molecules.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a starting material for dyes, pigments, and functional materials requiring precise aromatic substitution patterns.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of electron-transport or emissive layer materials for electronic displays.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological development and exploratory synthesis for new chemical entities and catalytic processes.
• Chemical Library Construction: Utilized in combinatorial chemistry and high-throughput screening for generating diverse compound libraries for biological testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl 2-(4-Cyanophenyl)Malonate
CAS No.	201404-26-4
Molecular Formula	C14H15NO4
Molecular Weight	261.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl (4-cyanophenyl)propanedioate; Propanedioic acid, 2-(4-cyanophenyl)-, diethyl ester; 4-Cyanobenzylmalonic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl (4-Cyanobenzyl)malonate; 2-(4-Cyanophenyl)malonic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl 4-Cyanobenzylmalonate; (4-Cyanophenyl)malonic Acid Diethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Diethyl 2-(4-Cyanophenyl)Malonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor purity grades to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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