Description

2,2-Diacetylacetonitrile is a versatile and reactive chemical intermediate characterized by its two acetyl groups attached to an acetonitrile core. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and advanced polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various nitrogen-containing heterocycles, which are core structures in many active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactivity to create complex molecular architectures.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for the preparation of specialized chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the research and production of advanced polymers, including photosensitive resins and specialty coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex carbon-nitrogen frameworks through condensation and cyclization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Diacetylacetonitrile
CAS No.	3141-59-1
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO2
Molecular Weight	139.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Diacetylacetonitrile; 2,2-Diacetylethanenitrile; 3-Oxopentanenitrile, 2-acetyl-; Acetylacetonitrile, di-; 2-Acetyl-3-oxobutanenitrile; Pentanenitrile, 3-oxo-2-acetyl-; 1-Cyano-2,4-pentanedione
EINECS	221-553-5

Quality Control

Our 2,2-Diacetylacetonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	82 - 86 °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.