Description

Ethyl 2-Cyano-2-Pyridin-3-Yl-Acetate is a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate featuring a cyanoacetate ester moiety linked to a pyridine ring. This compound is valued for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing new compounds and scaling up production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those containing pyridine and nicotinic acid derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for creating complex ligands, dyes, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new chemical entities.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in multi-step organic synthesis for constructing molecules with specific functional groups via its reactive ester and nitrile sites.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Cyano-2-Pyridin-3-Yl-Acetate
CAS No.	39266-24-5
Molecular Formula	C10H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	190.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Cyano-2-(3-Pyridinyl)acetate; 3-Pyridineacetic acid, α-cyano-, ethyl ester; Ethyl α-Cyano-3-pyridylacetate; 2-Cyano-2-(pyridin-3-yl)acetic acid ethyl ester; (3-Pyridyl)cyanoacetic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl (cyano)(3-pyridyl)acetate; 39266-24-5; NSC 403058
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Cyano-2-Pyridin-3-Yl-Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 such as strong oxidizing agents. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.