Description

4-[(3-Cyanophenyl)Amino]-4-Oxobutanoic Acid is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate featuring a cyano-substituted anilide structure. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or acting as kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the preparation of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that require a cyanoaniline moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic systems or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Modification: Can be incorporated into polymer backbones to impart specific properties like enhanced adhesion, UV stability, or chemical resistance.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of advanced colorants and functional dyes for specialized applications.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: The carboxylic acid and amide functionalities make it suitable for linking biomolecules in diagnostic or therapeutic agent development.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-[(3-Cyanophenyl)Amino]-4-Oxobutanoic Acid
CAS No.	303770-25-4
Molecular Formula	C11H10N2O3
Molecular Weight	218.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(3-Cyanophenyl)carbamoyl]butanoic Acid; 3-Cyano-N-succinanilic Acid; Succinanilic Acid, 3'-cyano-; 4-Oxo-4-[(3-cyanophenyl)amino]butanoic Acid; 4-(3-Cyanophenylamino)-4-oxobutanoic Acid; Butanoic acid, 4-[(3-cyanophenyl)amino]-4-oxo-; 3-Cyanosuccinanilic Acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-[(3-Cyanophenyl)Amino]-4-Oxobutanoic Acid adheres to strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH Q3C guidelines

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