Description

(E)-4-((4-Cyanophenyl)Amino)-4-Oxobut-2-Enoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound featuring a conjugated enone structure linked to a 4-cyanophenylamino moiety, making it a valuable chemical intermediate. Its precise molecular architecture is critical for applications requiring specific electronic properties and reactivity in advanced synthesis. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in pharmaceutical development, materials science, and the synthesis of novel functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific receptor sites.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Used in research for developing organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), or photovoltaic materials due to its electron-withdrawing cyano group and planar structure.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer backbones to alter material properties like solubility or conductivity.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Its reactive carboxylic acid and enone functionalities make it suitable for creating linkers in bioconjugation applications.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A versatile reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and novel compound library generation.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-4-((4-Cyanophenyl)Amino)-4-Oxobut-2-Enoic Acid
CAS No.	294193-58-1
Molecular Formula	C11H8N2O3
Molecular Weight	216.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-4-((4-Cyanophenyl)amino)-4-oxobut-2-enoic acid; (E)-4-Oxo-4-((4-cyanophenyl)amino)but-2-enoic acid; 2-Butenoic acid, 4-((4-cyanophenyl)amino)-4-oxo-, (2E)-; 4-[(4-Cyanophenyl)amino]-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid; (E)-4-(4-Cyanophenylamino)-4-oxobut-2-enoic acid; (E)-4-(4-Cyanophenylcarbamoyl)but-2-enoic acid; CAS 294193-58-1
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Quality Control

Our (E)-4-((4-Cyanophenyl)Amino)-4-Oxobut-2-Enoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure consistent high quality and batch-to-batch reproducibility. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive and hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.