Description

2-Ethoxyethyl Cyanoacetate is a versatile organic ester and a key cyanoacetate derivative used as a high-value chemical intermediate. Its primary value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both an ester group and an active methylene group adjacent to a nitrile, making it an essential building block for complex synthesis. This compound is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds, including pyrimidines and pyridines, which are core structures in many active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where its cyanoacetate moiety is incorporated into molecules for enhanced biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of specialized dyes, optical brighteners, and colorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives with specific performance characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in organic synthesis laboratories for Knoevenagel condensations and other C-C bond-forming reactions to create novel chemical entities.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Utilized in the production of various fine chemicals, including UV absorbers, liquid crystal materials, and other functional additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethoxyethyl Cyanoacetate
CAS No.	32804-77-6
Molecular Formula	C7H11NO3
Molecular Weight	157.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyanoacetic Acid 2-Ethoxyethyl Ester; Ethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether Cyanoacetate; Carbethoxymethoxyacetonitrile; 2-Ethoxyethyl 2-Cyanoacetate; Ethoxyethoxy Cyanoacetate; Cyanoacetic Acid Ethoxyethyl Ester; NSC 401119; EINECS 251-254-5
EINECS	251-254-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Ethoxyethyl Cyanoacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.430 - 1.440
Density (20°C)	1.05 - 1.10 g/cm³

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