Description

Ethyl 2-(n-Methylacetamido)Acetate is a versatile organic ester and acetamide derivative, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. This compound is valued for its reactivity and functional groups, which make it a crucial building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in research, process development, and active ingredient synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing acetamide or peptide-like structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research and development for constructing complex molecules via reactions at the ester and amide functional groups.
• Peptidomimetic Research: Serves as a scaffold in medicinal chemistry for developing peptide mimics and protease inhibitors.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized as a high-purity standard in analytical laboratories for method development and quality control.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Can be incorporated as a functional monomer to impart specific properties to specialty polymers and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-(n-Methylacetamido)Acetate
CAS No.	34597-05-2
Molecular Formula	C7H13NO3
Molecular Weight	159.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl N-Methylacetamidoacetate; Ethyl (N-Methylacetamido)acetate; Acetic acid, 2-(methylamino)-2-oxo-, ethyl ester; N-Methylacetamidoacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-(N-Methylacetamido)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-(Methylcarbamoyl)acetate; NSC 163045
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-(n-Methylacetamido)Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including identity confirmation by IR spectroscopy and purity determination by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere to preserve optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.