Description

Methyl 4-[(4-Cyanophenyl)Amino]-4-Oxobutanoate is a high-purity 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 scientists in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing specific receptor binding profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides or fungicides, leveraging its anilide core for biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material for creating advanced organic electronic components due to its conjugated system and functional groups.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce cyano and amide functionalities into polymer chains, altering thermal and mechanical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Utilized as a scaffold for creating fluorescent tags or affinity probes to study biological processes.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including amide coupling and cyano group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-[(4-Cyanophenyl)Amino]-4-Oxobutanoate
CAS No.	306325-34-8
Molecular Formula	C12H12N2O3
Molecular Weight	232.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-[(4-cyanophenyl)carbamoyl]butanoate; 4-[(4-Cyanophenyl)amino]-4-oxobutanoic acid methyl ester; Butanoic acid, 4-[(4-cyanophenyl)amino]-4-oxo-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-(4-cyanoanilino)-4-oxobutanoate; Succinanilic acid methyl ester, 4'-cyano-; 4'-Cyanosuccinanilic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-[(4-Cyanophenyl)Amino]-4-Oxobutanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specifications and test results to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines

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